School Business Manager Jobs in United Kingdom

A high-performing secondary school in Worthing is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to lead on operations, finance, HR and compliance from January 2026 . This is a senior position requiring strategic leadership and strong organisational skills. About the Role: Your responsibilities will include financial planning, HR oversight, site and operations management, health & safety compliance, contract oversight and leading administrative teams. You will work closely with the Headteacher …

This may be the School Business Manager opportunity you’ve been looking for… A well-regarded school in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced and strategic School Business Manager to join its leadership team and play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of school operations. Key Details School Business Manager required in Milton Keynes! Full-time, permanent position, starting as soon as possible Lead finance, HR, estates and operational services Work closely with the Head an…

School Business Manager - Secondary School - Durham Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Business Manager A high-performing Secondary School in Durham is seeking an experienced and highly organised School Business Manager to join their senior leadership and support staff team. This is a key leadership role within the school, responsible for overseeing the operational, financial and administrative functions that support the smooth day-to-day…

School Business Manager required January 2026 Good mixed secondary school based in Watford School Business Manager to join a professional and dynamic leadership team Our Client is looking for a School Business Manager to work within a high-performing secondary school in Watford. The successful candidate will oversee finance, HR, facilities, and general administration to ensure the effective running of the school. School Information This 11–18 school educates around 1,350 pupils and maintains st…

The School Business Manager opportunity you’ve been waiting for… A prestigious independent school in Hertfordshire is seeking a highly organised and experienced School Business Manager to oversee the operational and financial management of the school. Job Overview Our client is looking to appoint a School Business Manager to start in April 2026. This well-established independent school has an excellent reputation for academic achievement, strong pastoral care, and a supportive community. The su…

We are working with a school who are recruiting for a strategic School Business Manager for a secondary academy in Lancashire. This full-time position starts in April 2026 and involves the oversight of a multi-million-pound budget and a large support staff team. The school is happy to discuss part-time options for a candidate with substantial experience in the academy sector. The role is critical to the school's success, encompassing financial planning, procurement, and site management. We are …

School Business Manager | Immediate Start | Stockport, Greater Manchester Driving operational excellence in a vibrant North West community. A busy and ambitious secondary academy in Stockport is looking for a resilient and highly organized School Business Manager to start as soon as possible . We need a "solutions-focused" leader who can navigate the complexities of academy funding and ensure the school environment is safe, modern, and financially sound. The Snapshot Location: Stockport (Excell…

We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and highly organised School Business Manager (SBM) to join a well-established and forward-thinking school in Nottingham, starting ASAP. This is a key leadership role within the school, supporting the Headteacher and senior leadership team to ensure the effective management of finance, operations, and resources. The school has a strong community ethos and is committed to providing a safe, efficient, and well-resourced environment where pupils and staff c…

School Business Manager | Immediate Start | Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Strategic leadership in the heart of the Cotswolds. We are seeking an exceptional School Business Manager (SBM) to join a high-performing secondary school in Cheltenham . This is a senior leadership position where you will be the driving force behind the school’s financial stability and operational efficiency. You will work as a close partner to the Headteacher, ensuring that every penny of the budget is optimized to suppor…

School Business Manager Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £45,000 – £55,000 per annum (Depending on experience) Setting: Secondary School Role Overview We are seeking a highly capable and strategically minded School Business Manager (SBM) to join the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) at a progressive secondary school in Bradford. In this vital leadership role, you will take full operational responsibility for the strategic management of all non-instructional f…

School Business Manager Location: Bath, Somerset Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £48,000 – £58,000 per annum (Depending on experience) Setting: Secondary School Role Overview We are seeking an accomplished and highly motivated School Business Manager (SBM) to join the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) at a highly successful secondary school in the Bath area. In this vital leadership role, you will take full operational responsibility for the strategic management of all non-instructional funct…

School Business Manager Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £47,000 – £57,000 per annum (Depending on experience) Setting: Secondary School Role Overview We are seeking a highly capable and strategically minded School Business Manager (SBM) to join the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) at a thriving secondary school in Bedford. In this vital leadership role, you will take full operational responsibility for the strategic management of all non-instructional function…

School Business Manager (SBM) – Good Secondary School – Surrey Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This fantastic 11–18 secondary school in Surrey is widely respected for its strong leadership, financial stability, and high academic performance. The school operates with clear governance structures and robust operational systems. The Business Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the school runs efficiently and sustainably. W…

Are you an experienced School Business Manager looking for a senior leadership opportunity? A successful secondary school in Nottinghamshire is seeking a School Business Manager to lead their operations, finance and compliance functions. About the Role: This is a full-time, permanent leadership role beginning January 2026 . Responsibilities include financial management, HR oversight, premises operations, safeguarding compliance and supporting the strategic vision of the school. About the School…

Are you an experienced School Business Manager ready to make a difference from January 2026? Wayman Education is seeking a strategic School Business Manager to join a successful school in Bromley. The successful School Business Manager will lead the school’s business operations, including finance, HR, facilities, and compliance. You will manage the school budget, oversee financial reporting, and ensure smooth operational processes. This is a key opportunity for a proactive School Business Manag…

An established primary in Richmond is seeking a skilled School Business Manager to join the leadership team from January 2026. The School Business Manager will manage the budget, oversee payroll and pensions, lead procurement and supervise premises and health & safety matters. This School Business Manager role in Richmond will be instrumental in delivering efficient systems and ensuring compliance; the School Business Manager will take part in a handover and induction before January 2026 and wi…

Are you a School Business Manager looking for work in September 2026? The school are looking for a Business Manager who manages the non-teaching, operational, and commercial functions of a school. You MUST BE willing to work on a TEMPORARY basis and between the hours of 08:00-4:00pm. As a Business Manager your day to day responsibilities will include but not limited to: Budgeting: Preparing, monitoring, and forecasting the school's budget to align with strategic improvement plans Procurement: M…

Are you a School Business Manager looking for work in September 2026? The school are looking for a Business Manager who manages the non-teaching, operational, and commercial functions of a school. You MUST BE willing to work on a TEMPORARY basis and between the hours of 08:00-4:00pm. As a Business Manager your day to day responsibilities will include but not limited to: Budgeting: Preparing, monitoring, and forecasting the school's budget to align with strategic improvement plans Procurement: M…

Are you a School Business Manager looking for work in September 2026? The school are looking for a Business Manager who manages the non-teaching, operational, and commercial functions of a school. You MUST BE willing to work on a TEMPORARY basis and between the hours of 08:00-4:00pm. As a Business Manager your day to day responsibilities will include but not limited to: Budgeting: Preparing, monitoring, and forecasting the school's budget to align with strategic improvement plans Procurement: M…

St Matthew’s Church of England Primary School Address: Portman Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 2AX Salary: Grade 5, Point 15 - 18, £33,699 - £36,361 per annum pro rata Hours: 35 hours per week, 40 weeks per year Contract: Permanent, required to start September 2026 Reference: 5175 Are you a proactive School Business professional who is passionate about making a difference to children's education through excellent business leadership? St Matthew’s Church of England Primary School are seeking to appoi…

We are looking to recruit a dynamic and organised School Business Manager (SBM) to become a valued member of the Senior Leadership Team at Hillshott Infant School and Nursery. You will work Monday to Friday, 37 hours a week term time only plus 4 weeks (to deliver key functions such as year-end and specific projects). The role is offered on the M1 pay scale (pro-rata'd). Ideally you be an experienced SBM leading and managing a team and overseeing functions such as Finance, Human Resources, Premi…

What is the job role? The Headteacher and Governors are looking for an enthusiastic professional to join our senior leadership team as the School’s Business Manager. Key duties include: A strategic leadership role as a member of the school’s senior leadership team. Responsibility for the schools finances and budgetary management Provision of efficient and effective support services throughout the school Lead on Health & Safety Lead on Human Resources practice and policy Lead a team of non-t…

EduExec Recruitment is working with a welcoming, community-focused school in North West London to recruit a School Business Manager who will sit within the senior leadership team. This is a school that sees the role as central to how it operates and is looking for someone who wants that level of involvement rather than a purely administrative brief. Reporting to the Headteacher, the successful candidate will take ownership of the school's operations across finance, HR, premises and administrati…

EduExec Recruitment is working with a welcoming, community-focused school in North West London to recruit a School Business Manager who will sit within the senior leadership team. This is a school that sees the role as central to how it operates and is looking for someone who wants that level of involvement rather than a purely administrative brief. Reporting to the Headteacher, the successful candidate will take ownership of the school's operations across finance, HR, premises and administrati…