Overview
School Business Manager Contract: Temporary (approx. 6 weeks) Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday Location: West London, Hillingdon
We are seeking a School Business Manager (SBM) to provide temporary cover at a co-educational Alternative Provision school within a Multi-Academy Trust. This post is for approximately 6 weeks and requires an individual with strong experience in school business management, HR, and administrative systems.
About the School
* Co-educational Alternative Provision (AP) supporting pupils aged 11-16
* Designed for students who cannot attend mainstream schools due to exclusion, risk of exclusion, or other complex needs
* Modern, purpose-built facilities with a supportive and inclusive ethos
* Staff team committed to helping pupils reintegrate into mainstream education or transition into further education, training, or employment
Key Responsibilities
The School Business Manager will be responsible for:
* Finance Management: monitoring budgets, financial reporting, procurement, and compliance with Trust policies
* HR Administration: recruitment, onboarding, absence management, staff records, payroll liaison, and employee relations support
* School Operations: leading the administration team to ensure efficient day-to-day running of the school
* Compliance & Policies: ensuring the school meets statutory requirements and safeguarding standards
* MIS Systems: maintaining accurate pupil and staff records using SIMS/Arbor and other data management platforms
* Previous experience as a School Business Manager or Senior School Administrator
* Strong working knowledge of HR procedures in an education setting
* Proficiency with school MIS systems (SIMS/Arbor)
* Excellent organisation, communication, and leadership skills
* Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced school environment
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school professional to make a positive impact in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Additional Information
Each candidate will be subject to a DBS and police check where required. A successful candidate will also provide at least two references from their previous employers.
If you are interested in the role, click the apply button or can send your CV to Deji Agbaje at Veritas Education London, see contact details below.
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* 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
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
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