Are you a strategic School Business Manager ready to lead operations from January 2026? We are seeking a skilled School Business Manager to join a high-performing school in Southwark.
The successful School Business Manager will lead finance, HR, premises and procurement, ensuring the school meets statutory requirements and delivers value for money. As School Business Manager, you will prepare the annual budget, oversee payroll and pensions, produce monthly management accounts and support the Headteacher and governors with accurate, insightful information. This role offers a broad remit for an accomplished School Business Manager who enjoys both operational delivery and strategic planning.
Key details for the School Business Manager:
• Permanent role starting January 2026.
• Lead the school's business operations in Southwark.
• Provide strategic oversight and operational improvements as the School Business Manager.
Responsibilities:
• Financial leadership — prepare budgets, monitor spend and report to governors as the School Business Manager.
• Operational oversight — manage premises, health & safety and suppliers as the School Business Manager.
• HR and payroll — ensure accurate payroll and pensions administration as the School Business Manager.
• Team leadership — line-manage finance and admin staff as the School Business Manager.
This position is based in Southwark, offering the School Business Manager strong access to central London services and networks. The successful School Business Manager will be expected to take up post in January 2026 and will be central to planning for the financial year commencing January 2026. To apply for this School Business Manager role in Southwark, please send your CV and examples of successful financial projects you have led.