School Business ManagerLocation: Middlesbrough
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only plus 5 weeks
Start date: As soon as possible
Salary: NJC Scale Point 24-27 (£35,412-£38,220 FTE, pro rata)
Hays Education is delighted to be supporting a client school in Middlesbrough with the recruitment of an experienced and motivated School Business Manager.This is a key leadership role within the school, working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to ensure the effective management of finance, HR, estates, health and safety, and administrative operations. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the school runs efficiently, remains financially sustainable, and continues to provide a safe and well-managed environment for pupils and staff.
The role
As School Business Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the school's operational and business functions, including:
Financial management, budgeting, reporting, and compliance
Managing payroll, HR processes and staffing matters
Overseeing premises, estates, contracts and procurement
Leading on health and safety, risk management and statutory compliance
Line management of premises, administrative and operational staff
Supporting strategic planning and organisational development
Acting as a key point of contact with external stakeholders including local authorities and service providersThis is a varied and rewarding role suited to someone who enjoys balancing strategic input with hands-on operational responsibility in a busy school environment.
The ideal candidate will have:
A relevant qualification in business management, finance, administration or similar
Strong experience of budget setting, financial monitoring and reporting
Experience of managing staff and operational teams
Sound knowledge of HR, payroll and employment processes
Experience of premises and health & safety management
Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills
The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Experience working in an education setting (desirable)What's on offer
A permanent role within a supportive and collaborative leadership environment
Term-time working plus 5 additional weeks
Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
A role where your expertise will make a real difference to pupils, staff and the wider school community
Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre-employment checks.
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