Strategic School Operations & Finance Lead

Marchant Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded academy in Slough is seeking a School Business Manager to join their highly effective Operations team from January 2026. The role involves leading operational strategy, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Applicants should have experience in school management or transferable leadership roles with strong financial and operational skills. This position offers a supportive environment with excellent facilities and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience as a School Business Manager or in a senior operations/finance leadership role.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, procurement and compliance experience.
• Knowledge of HR, premises health & safety and GDPR requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple teams and collaborate effectively with SLT and Trust leads.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational strategy, oversee budgets, ensure high-quality compliance.
• Support long-term school improvement planning.

Skills

Change Management

Cyber Security

Access

Aircraft Operations

Freelancing

Arbitration

Education

Professional qualifications (AAT, CIPFA, CSBM, DSBM)

Job description

A well-regarded academy in Slough is seeking a School Business Manager to join their highly effective Operations team from January 2026. The role involves leading operational strategy, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Applicants should have experience in school management or transferable leadership roles with strong financial and operational skills. This position offers a supportive environment with excellent facilities and professional development opportunities.