School Business Manager – High-Achieving Secondary Academy in Swindon
Job Summary
Are you an experienced school business leader ready to drive operational excellence and financial strategy within a prominent secondary academy This could be an exceptional opportunity to shape the business estate and administrative direction of a high-achieving school.
High-achieving secondary academy based in Swindon
School Business Manager to lead finance HR resources and operations
Full-time year-round leadership role September start
Our client is seeking a highly analytical and forward-thinking School Business Manager to join an established secondary academy in Swindon from September. This is a full-time year-round leadership position ideal for a strong business practitioner with proven financial impact and a clear vision for operational development.
The successful candidate will lead the strategic development of non-teaching provisions across the academy. You will oversee budget management procurement and contract negotiations human resources administrative processes estate compliance and health and safety monitoring ensuring consistently high standards of operational support.
The school administrative premises and finance teams benefit from integrated digital management platforms a central operations office and a highly collaborative team of support specialists. Senior leadership is highly supportive and values commercial expertise innovation and professional growth.
This secondary academy is known for its strong academic reputation excellent pastoral care and commitment to developing confident well-rounded students. Streamlined administrative structures allow for efficient operational delivery and strong collaborative relationships. Staff benefit from outstanding facilities and a culture that promotes professional development and worklife balance.
Professional qualification in School Business Management (such as DSBM or CSBM) or a degree in finance business or HR
Proven experience managing school budgets premises compliance or support staff teams
Strong data literacy with confidence using school Management Information Systems (MIS) and financial software
Track record of driving cost efficiencies and supporting operational development
To be considered for this School Business Manager position starting in September please forward your CV as soon as possible.
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