School Business Manager (Fixed-Term Contract)
Start Date: 13 April 2026Contract Length: Until Christmas 2026 (with the potential to become permanent)Salary: £35,799 - £38,877 (pro rata)Hours: 25 hours per weekLocation: Hoddesdon, Herts
Join Our School Community
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and skilled School Business Manager to join our team on a fixed-term basis. Working closely with the Headteacher and senior leaders, you will lead the administrative, financial and operational functions that keep our school running smoothly and successfully.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional with strong business management experience-particularly within an educational setting-to make a real impact on our school, pupils, staff, and wider community.
About the Role
As School Business Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic and day-to-day management of:
Office & Administration
* Overseeing school office operations and administrative systems
* Line-managing administrative and premises staff, including performance management
* Supporting communication systems including websites, newsletters and stakeholder updates
* Attending SLT and LSC meetings as required
* Ensuring GDPR compliance across all administrative functions
* Providing specialised administrative advice and producing detailed data reports
Finance & Accounting
* Managing and monitoring the school budget, cash flow, and month-end processes
* Working with the Trust CFO and central team on financial reporting
* Coordinating internal/external audits and implementing recommended actions
* Reviewing contracts, SLAs and supplier agreements to ensure best value
Human Resources & Payroll
* Ensuring all HR processes meet statutory and safeguarding requirements
* Managing DBS checks and maintaining the Single Central Record
* Liaising with Trust HR, payroll and pension teams
* Acting as first point of contact for payroll and pension enquiries
Premises & Estate Management
* Working with the premises team to maintain a safe, well-managed school site
* Managing contracts, licences, insurances and service agreements
* Overseeing repairs, refurbishment projects and procurement
* Coordinating lettings and community use of the school facilities
Health & Safety
* Ensuring full compliance with health & safety legislation
* Monitoring and reporting health & safety matters, including HSE requirements
* Ensuring annual reviews and risk assessments are completed and up to date
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
We are looking for someone with:
Essential Knowledge & Experience
* NVQ Level 4 (or equivalent) in Business/Administration
* Strong knowledge of administrative systems and school operations
* Excellent ICT skills (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint; SIMS/FMS desirable)
* Understanding of school safeguarding requirements
* Experience working at NASBM Level 1
Key Competencies
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to lead and influence others
* Strong analytical and financial skills
* High levels of confidentiality and professionalism
* Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
* Attention to detail and ability to monitor complex systems
Why Join Us?
* A supportive and collaborative school community
* Opportunities for professional development
* A varied, rewarding role with real impact
* Potential for the contract to become permanent
Hit Apply today!