School Business Manager – Outstanding Secondary – January 2026 – Oxford

Do you want to lead operations in a thriving school with a high-performing Business & Operations team

• School Business Manager

• Full time Permanent

• January 2026 start

• Highly successful Operations & Support Services department

A large high-performing secondary school in Oxford is seeking to appoint a School Business Manager from January 2026. The school is looking for a strategic motivated professional to oversee finance HR compliance and site operations in an established support team. Applications are welcomed from experienced SBMs Finance Managers Operations Managers or professionals stepping up from an Assistant/Deputy SBM post.

School Information

This mixed comprehensive secondary school rated Outstanding by Ofsted educates over 1600 students aged 1118. It is well-known across Oxfordshire for exceptional academic outcomes high-quality facilities and a deeply supportive culture. The school is located close to major bus routes and Oxford Parkway links providing excellent access for staff commuting from across Oxfordshire and neighbouring counties.

The Operations and Support Services department is central to the schools success. It includes a well-structured team covering finance HR data premises and administration. The appointed SBM will join a highly collaborative senior leadership team that values innovation professional growth and efficient operational management.

Facilities include a modern sports complex new sixth-form centre upgraded IT infrastructure and high-quality teaching spaces. The school continues to grow and long-term financial planning estates development and risk management are key priorities.

A strong focus on community enrichment is embedded within the school ethos. Partnerships include local universities businesses and community organisations. Staff enjoy excellent wellbeing support regular CPD and an environment where both students and employees thrive.

Experience and Qualifications

• Prior experience as a School Business Manager Finance Manager or similar leadership role within education

• Professional qualification desirable (CIPFA AAT ACCA School Business Management qualification or equivalent)

• Strong financial management and budgeting experience

• Ability to lead HR operations compliance procurement and estates functions

• Excellent communication organisational and people-management skills

• Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining high standards of compliance

Salary

Salary for this School Business Manager role will be paid to scale on a direct permanent contract dependent on experience and qualifications.

Application School Business Manager

Please submit your application for this School Business Manager position as soon as possible