School Business Manager
Location: Backwell, Bristol
Full-time | Permanent | 40 hours per week (Full Year)
Salary: £42,000 - £46,000 (DOE)
Start Date: April 2026
Closing Date: 27 January 2026
We are seeking an experienced School Business Manager to play a key role in establishing and shaping a new specialist school opening in Autumn 2026.
The school will support children and young people aged 5-19 with ASD and SEMH needs, providing a nurturing, inclusive, and aspirational learning environment.
The Role
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead and manage the school's support services, including:
* Finance and budget management
* HR and administration
* Facilities, ICT, health & safety
* Catering and housekeeping
You will ensure strong operational systems, compliance, and effective use of resources to support positive outcomes for students.
About You
* Proven leadership experience in business or operational management
* Strong financial and budget management skills
* Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance
* Experience leading teams and managing multiple functions
* Confident decision-maker with excellent communication skills
* Management or finance qualification desirable
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and enhanced benefits
* Generous annual leave, pension, and sick pay
* Training and career development opportunities
* Health cash plan, 24/7 GP access, and wellbeing support
* Staff discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, and referral bonus
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.
* Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
* You must have legal right to work in the UK.
* You must be willing to attend a registration interview.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.