School Business Manager Vacancy in Birmingham ASAP Start!

School Business Manager

• School Business Manager

• Successful Secondary School

• Birmingham West Midlands

• Full-Time Permanent

• Start: ASAP

• Salary: Competitive dependent on experience

School Business Manager

Are you an experienced school business professional who thrives on making things work behind the scenes Do you have the financial operational and organisational expertise to help a school run efficiently safely and effectively

A successful secondary school in Birmingham is seeking an ambitious and highly organised School Business Manager to join its leadership team as soon as possible. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced school business finance operations or estates professional to play a key role in the strategic and day-to-day management of a busy school environment.

This is much more than an administrative position. As School Business Manager you will have a direct impact on the effective running of the school supporting senior leaders to make informed decisions managing resources responsibly and ensuring the school provides the best possible environment for students and staff.

The successful candidate will be commercially aware solutions-focused and confident managing a broad range of responsibilities from budgets and procurement to estates compliance and operational planning.

The Role

Working closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team the School Business Manager will oversee the effective management of the schools business and operational functions.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the schools financial and operational management ensuring resources are used effectively and strategically.

• Prepare monitor and manage budgets financial forecasts and expenditure.

• Oversee procurement purchasing and supplier relationships securing value for money wherever possible.

• Manage estates premises and facilities ensuring the school environment is safe secure well-maintained and fit for purpose.

• Ensure statutory compliance across areas including health and safety safeguarding fire safety asbestos legionella and other relevant requirements.

• Coordinate and manage external contractors maintenance providers and service agreements.

• Support the Headteacher and Governors with financial reporting strategic planning and business decisions.

• Lead and develop administrative premises finance and support staff where appropriate.

• Manage school policies systems and procedures relating to business operations.

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency reduce costs and strengthen operational processes.

• Contribute to longer-term school improvement capital projects and strategic development.

• Provide effective leadership during busy periods responding proactively to challenges and finding practical solutions.

No two days will be the same and the successful candidate will need to be comfortable balancing strategic planning with the practical demands of running a busy school.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who combines strong commercial awareness with a genuine understanding of the education environment.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have proven experience in school business management finance operations estates or a closely related role.

• Have strong financial management and budgetary skills.

• Be confident managing procurement contracts suppliers and external partners.

• Have a good understanding of health and safety compliance and risk management.

• Be highly organised analytical and able to manage competing priorities.

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Be confident working with senior leaders Governors staff and external stakeholders.

• Be proactive and solutions-focused with the ability to anticipate issues before they become problems.

• Demonstrate integrity discretion and a high level of professionalism.

• Be committed to creating an efficient safe and positive environment for students and staff.

Experience within an educational setting would be advantageous but candidates with strong transferable experience from finance facilities operations local government public sector or commercial environments are also encouraged to apply.

About the School

This established secondary school in Birmingham is committed to providing a positive ambitious and inclusive environment where students and staff can thrive.

The school has a strong focus on:

• High standards and continuous improvement.

• Effective leadership and strong organisational systems.

• Student and staff wellbeing.

• Professional development and collaboration.

• Providing a safe welcoming and well-maintained learning environment.

• Making responsible and strategic use of school resources.

The successful candidate will join a supportive leadership team and become an important part of the schools continued development.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.

• A key leadership position with genuine influence across the school.

• Supportive and approachable senior leadership.

• The opportunity to shape and improve school operations.

• A varied role with significant responsibility and autonomy.

• Professional development and opportunities for career progression.

• A collaborative and welcoming working environment.

• The opportunity to make a tangible difference to the day-to-day experience of students and staff.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious and experienced business or operations professional who enjoys solving problems managing resources and making a real difference this could be an excellent opportunity for your next career move.

Please submit your CV as soon as possible outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.

Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be arranged before the closing date for suitable candidates.