School Business Manager | Westminster

A high-achieving mixed secondary school in Westminster is seeking a strategic and operationally-minded School Business Manager to join their Senior Leadership Team for a permanent June start. This vital position is responsible for overseeing the schools multi-million-pound budget managing site operations compliance health and safety and leading the administrative and support functions. The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring operational excellence and long-term financial sustainability.

The School Environment The school offers a structured supportive and grounded workplace where professional trust is at the core of the leaderships philosophy. It offers a culture that genuinely values the expertise of its operational leaders. The school operates with clear efficient systems and a culture of mutual respect providing an ideal environment for a leader who prizes professional integrity and autonomy.

Requirements * Essential: Significant proven experience as a School Business Manager or in a senior operational leadership role within a UK school setting is a must.

• Essential: You must have the legal right to work in the UK.

• A strong background in Finance HR or Operations (CSBM/DSBM qualifications are highly desirable).

Key Details & Benefits * Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Full-Year contract).

• Salary Range: per annum (exceptional inner-city leadership package).

• Benefits: * Clear structured pathways for professional progression and senior leadership growth.

  • Generous annual leave allowance and robust Local Government Pension Scheme.

  • Central London location with exceptional transport links across multiple Tube lines (Zones 1 & 2).

How to Apply Please submit your updated CV for immediate consideration. The school is currently interviewing for this permanent post so urgent applications are a must. Shortlisted candidates will receive a phone call within 24 hours.