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Location: Preston, Lancashire
Start Date: April 2026
Salary: Highly competitive and dependent on experience
Looking for a strategic leadership role within a well-run school in Preston?
A respected secondary school has an exciting opportunity for a School Business Manager to join their senior leadership team.
Job Overview
This school is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to begin in April 2026. This Ofsted-rated Good school is known for:
• strong leadership and management,
• effective financial planning, and
• a positive school culture.
The successful candidate will lead on finance, HR, estates, and operational management, supporting the smooth running of the school.
The School
The school is well-organised, forward-thinking, and committed to continuous improvement.
Pupils benefit from:
• a well-resourced learning environment,
• strong support systems,
• high-quality facilities, and
• a focus on student success and wellbeing.
Staff highlight the supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment.
Benefits typically include:
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive SLT environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• A well-structured and organised school
• A positive and inclusive culture
School Business Manager – Experience and Qualifications
• Experience in school business management or a similar role
• Strong financial and operational management skills
• Knowledge of HR, compliance, and estates management
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work strategically and operationally
• The legal right to work in the UK
Application
If you are an experienced School Business Manager seeking a new opportunity, please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.