School Business Manager
One of our prestigious schools is seeking a highly motivated and experienced School Business Manager to join our team in Wirral. This is a vital senior leadership position responsible for the strategic management of the schools finances, human resources, facilities, and administration. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring our school operates efficiently and effectively to support the best possible outcomes for our students.
Pay: GBP40:GBP45,000/ year (negotiable, based on experience)
Main Duties:
* Financial Management: Oversee all aspects of the school budget, including financial planning, reporting, and monitoring. Youll be responsible for procurement, contracts, and ensuring value for money in all school expenditures.
* Human Resources: Lead HR functions, including recruitment, payroll, performance management, and staff welfare. Youll ensure compliance with all employment legislation and maintain the Single Central Record.
* Facilities and Premises: Manage the schools site and buildings, overseeing maintenance, health and safety, and any new building projects. This includes managing external contractors and ensuring the school is a safe and welcoming environment.
* Administration: Supervise the schools administrative team, ensuring efficient systems and processes for data management, communications, and statutory returns to the DfE and Local Authority.
Why Work with Us?
* Impactful Role: Youll be a key member of the senior leadership team, with the authority to influence strategic decisions that directly improve our school. Every decision you make will contribute to the success and well:being of our students and staff.
* Supportive Environment: We have a welcoming and collaborative staff who are passionate about education. We believe in an all hands on deck mentality, and youll find a supportive network of colleagues ready to help.
* Professional Growth: We are committed to your professional development and offer opportunities for further training and qualifications. Youll work in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, allowing you to develop a wide range of skills.
* Making a Difference: At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to our pupils. As School Business Manager, youll be an essential part of the team that provides a nurturing and high:quality learning environment for all.
* Bonus: Refer:a:friend scheme with GBP300 in rewards (T and C apply).
Experience
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successful financial and business management, preferably within a school setting.
Essential:
* Proven experience in a senior or middle management position.
* Strong knowledge and experience of budget management and financial procedures.
* Experience with human resources and personnel management.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* A high level of proficiency in IT, particularly with financial software and Microsoft Office.
Desirable:
* A professional qualification in business management, finance, or a related field.
* Experience using school management information systems like SIMS or Arbor.
* Knowledge of education sector regulations and funding mechanisms.
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