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School Business Manager Salary in England

How much does a school business manager earn in England?

Average base salary in England

£46,075 per year

per year in England · NJC SCP 32–43 (school-set)

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£36,100 per year£46,075 per year£58,900 per year

Runs the non-teaching side of the school: finance, HR, premises, procurement. School Business Manager pay in England is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school business managers near England

Compare average school business manager pay in England and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school business manager salaryJobs
Enfield£53,350 per yearView jobs
England This location£46,075 per yearView jobs
Elgin£46,075 per yearView jobs
Ely£46,075 per yearView jobs
Enniskillen£46,075 per yearView jobs
Epsom£46,075 per yearView jobs
Essex£46,075 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to School Business Manager get paid in England?

Frequently asked questions about school business manager pay in England

How much does a school business manager earn in England?

The average salary for a school business manager in England is £46,075 per year, typically ranging from £36,100 per year to £58,900 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is England a well-paid area for school business managers?

England tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for school business managers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire school business managers in England?

Live school business manager openings in England rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a school business manager in England increase their salary?

School Business Managers in England typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 32–43 (school-set), taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between school business manager pay in England and nationally?

Nationally the average is £48,500 per year. In England it's £46,075 per year — a discount of £2,425 per year versus the UK average.

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