Location: Rochdale, Manchester
Start Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026 (ideally before)
Contract: Full-time
Pay rate: Depending on experience
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm (4:30pm as needed)
About the college
We are looking for an experienced School Business Manager to manage financial, HR, and operational services in a specialist school in Rochdale. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the school, supporting the leadership team with budgeting, staffing, facilities management, and compliance to provide a positive environment for students with SEMH needs.
About the role
* Oversee school finances, including budgeting, financial reporting, and forecasting.
* Lead HR processes, including recruitment, payroll, and staff wellbeing.
* Manage school facilities and ensure health and safety compliance.
* Provide strategic support to leadership on financial planning and resource allocation.
* Oversee procurement and lead funding applications.
What We're Looking For
* Experience in school business management or a similar senior role.
* Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 4 School Business Manager or equivalent).
* Strong financial, HR, and operational management experience.
* Knowledge of SEMH and the unique needs of students in specialist settings.
* Excellent communication and organizational skills.
* A proactive, solution-oriented approach to school operations.
To be eligible you must
* Hold Right to Work in the UK.
* Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application.
* Provide two professional child related references.
Please apply with a copy of your up to date CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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