School Business Manager – Ofsted Outstanding Secondary School in Tower Hamlets

Our client is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to join a high-performing secondary school in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. This is a full-time position beginning April 2026 responsible for overseeing finance operations HR and strategic business management across the school.

School Business Manager required on a full-time basis
Ofsted Outstanding secondary school with strong academic outcomes
Senior leadership role overseeing finance HR estates and operations
Supportive leadership team and highly organised administrative structure

The successful School Business Manager will play a key role in supporting the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to ensure the school operates efficiently and effectively. You will oversee financial planning operational processes compliance and resource management to support the delivery of high-quality education.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled school operations professional to join a well-established leadership team within a successful and ambitious school.

This is a permanent position beginning April 2026. To be considered for this opportunity please forward an updated CV as soon as possible.

Experience and Qualifications

Proven experience working as a School Business Manager or senior school operations professional
Strong knowledge of school finance budgeting and financial management
Experience overseeing HR estates management procurement and compliance
Excellent leadership organisational and communication skills
Legal ability to work within the UK

School Information

This Outstanding secondary school in Tower Hamlets is well regarded for its strong leadership supportive culture and excellent academic outcomes. The school places great importance on efficient operations to ensure staff and students benefit from well-managed resources and facilities.

Facilities are modern and well maintained supported by a dedicated administrative and operations team.

Ofsted Outstanding with excellent leadership
Modern facilities and well-organised operations
Supportive leadership and collaborative staff culture
Strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and development
Excellent CPD opportunities for senior staff

Salary

Competitive salary depending on experience.

Application

To be considered for this opportunity working as a School Business Manager please forward an updated CV as soon as possible.