School Business Manager

The Business Manager is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), responsible for the strategic and operational management of all non‑teaching functions of the school. The SBM is responsible for providing leadership and management of school support staff. Responsibilities include finance, HR, compliance, health and safety, site and administration to ensure the school runs efficiently and supports its educational objectives.

Reports to: Head and SLT.

Responsible for

• Administration Team
• Site Management Team
• Contractors, i.e. Cleaning/Catering/Grounds Contractors

Hours, Salary & Benefits

Hours: Full time role, year round.

• EV scheme with Octopus
• Cycle to work scheme and shopping discount card
• Means tested staff discount
• Free lunch if working in one of our schools
• Access to the group’s counselling scheme
• Personal accident at work cover
• Access to fully funded apprenticeships
• Discretionary Christmas stand down

Job Description

• Strategic Leadership
• Regulatory Compliance, including Health & Safety
• Human Resource Management
• Facilities & Property Management
• Administration & IT

Person Specification

• Good general education, including GCSE in Maths and English
• Willingness to undertake further training, as required
• Experience of managing staff
• Understanding of health and safety legal requirements
• Ability to communicate confidently with all stakeholders and think strategically
• Strong IT skills, including a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure
• Ability to think creatively and problem‑solve
• Ability to work independently with initiative and as a team member

Salary: Competitive. Job type: Full Time, Permanent. Start date: 01 September 2026. Apply by: 6th March 2026.

Equal opportunities

Wishford schools are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Appointments will be made solely on merit and will be made without regard to age, disability, gender, nationality, race, colour, ethnicity, or religion.

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