SBM | Lead Operations in a Thriving Secondary School | Birmingham

A successful secondary school in Birmingham is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to join its leadership team on a full-time permanent basis from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key strategic role in the management of a busy and ambitious school. Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team youll oversee the schools business operations ensuring financial stability operational excellence and an outstanding environment for students and staff.

As School Business Manager youll lead the schools non-teaching operations while contributing to its long-term strategic vision.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading financial planning budgeting and monitoring

• Managing HR recruitment and personnel processes

• Overseeing premises facilities and health & safety

• Managing contracts procurement and external suppliers

• Supporting compliance governance and statutory requirements

• Leading support staff and administrative teams

• Advising senior leaders on operational strategy

This well-established 1118 secondary school offers a collaborative working culture where innovation teamwork and continuous improvement are valued. Staff benefit from supportive leadership and excellent professional development opportunities.

Applications are welcomed from experienced School Business Managers Operations Managers Business Managers or senior education professionals with substantial operational leadership experience.

As part of the schools safer recruitment procedures references from your current (or most recent) employer and a previous employer will be required before an interview can be arranged.

• Full-time permanent

• September 2026 start

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Leadership development opportunities

• Employee wellbeing programme

The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received so early applications are encouraged.

If youre looking to join a successful school where youll have a genuine impact on its future wed love to hear from you.