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School Business Manage
Job Location
Brent Pelham, United Kingdom
Job Description
Role: School Business Manager
Location: Kingsbury, North West London
Salary: £52,000 – £62,000
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract Type: Full-time (52 weeks)
Reporting to: Executive Headteacher
Responsible for: Business compliance, Finance, and Human Resources
The School
An outstanding small independent day school specialising in supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health challenges, autism spectrum disorder, and other complex needs is seeking a dedicated School Business Manager to join their team from January 2025.
As a member of the senior leadership team, the School Business Manager oversees the strategic operation of key business functions, including compliance, financial management, HR, health and safety, premises, IT, and administration. The role ensures operational efficiency, enabling other leaders to focus on teaching and learning.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy:
Lead financial management to ensure alignment with the school’s strategic goals.
Oversee recruitment and professional development of administrative staff.
Develop and implement marketing and fundraising strategies.
Ensure staff well-being and promote the school’s vision and values.
Compliance:
Manage statutory compliance and maintain risk registers and insurance cover.
Ensure policies and practices meet legal and regulatory standards.
Financial Management:
Create and manage budgets, prepare accounts for audits, and ensure efficient day-to-day financial operations.
Lead procurement processes, financial reporting, and strategic financial planning.
Human Resources:
Manage payroll, pensions, and recruitment processes in line with employment law.
Advise on staffing structures and ensure contracts comply with current legislation.
Health & Safety and Facilities:
Oversee maintenance, safety, and compliance across school sites.
Supervise outsourced services and ensure a secure, well-maintained environment.
Office Administration and IT:
Manage data protection, records, and IT systems, ensuring confidentiality and security.
Provide governance and administrative support for Trustees and school leadership.
As part of our team, you benefit from:
Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
Social and networking events.
Pension contributions.
CPD to help with your professional development.
Access to a dedicated consultant.
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)
#smartsupport
Location: Brent Pelham, GB
Posted Date: 12/26/2024
Location: Kingsbury, North West London
Salary: £52,000 – £62,000
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract Type: Full-time (52 weeks)
Reporting to: Executive Headteacher
Responsible for: Business compliance, Finance, and Human Resources
The School
An outstanding small independent day school specialising in supporting pupils with social, emotional, and mental health challenges, autism spectrum disorder, and other complex needs is seeking a dedicated School Business Manager to join their team from January 2025.
As a member of the senior leadership team, the School Business Manager oversees the strategic operation of key business functions, including compliance, financial management, HR, health and safety, premises, IT, and administration. The role ensures operational efficiency, enabling other leaders to focus on teaching and learning.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy:
Lead financial management to ensure alignment with the school’s strategic goals.
Oversee recruitment and professional development of administrative staff.
Develop and implement marketing and fundraising strategies.
Ensure staff well-being and promote the school’s vision and values.
Compliance:
Manage statutory compliance and maintain risk registers and insurance cover.
Ensure policies and practices meet legal and regulatory standards.
Financial Management:
Create and manage budgets, prepare accounts for audits, and ensure efficient day-to-day financial operations.
Lead procurement processes, financial reporting, and strategic financial planning.
Human Resources:
Manage payroll, pensions, and recruitment processes in line with employment law.
Advise on staffing structures and ensure contracts comply with current legislation.
Health & Safety and Facilities:
Oversee maintenance, safety, and compliance across school sites.
Supervise outsourced services and ensure a secure, well-maintained environment.
Office Administration and IT:
Manage data protection, records, and IT systems, ensuring confidentiality and security.
Provide governance and administrative support for Trustees and school leadership.
As part of our team, you benefit from:
Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
Social and networking events.
Pension contributions.
CPD to help with your professional development.
Access to a dedicated consultant.
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed)
#smartsupport
Location: Brent Pelham, GB
Posted Date: 12/26/2024
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