School Business Manager

Are you an experienced and proactive School Business Manager seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity? Tradewind Recruitment are working with a Blackpool Academy recruiting for a skilled professional to join their dedicated team and play a key role in the school's success.

About Our School/Trust:

They are a forward-thinking academy in Blackpool, committed to providing an exceptional education for their students. They are seeking a highly organised and financially astute School Business Manager to oversee the school's non-educational operations.

The Role:

As the School Business Manager in our school in Blackpool, you will be a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for the strategic and operational management of the school's business functions. This is a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective running of the school, allowing teaching staff to focus on delivering excellent education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management:
  • Developing and managing the school budget.
  • Ensuring accurate financial records and reporting.
  • Managing payroll, procurement, and income generation.
  • Securing best value for money in all school expenditure.
• Human Resources:
  • Overseeing recruitment, induction, and staff contracts.
  • Managing staff absence and performance.
  • Ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures.
• Premises Management:
  • Overseeing the maintenance and security of school buildings and grounds.
  • Managing capital projects and facilities development.
  • Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Administration and Operations:
  • Managing school administrative systems and procedures.
  • Overseeing ICT, catering, and other support services.
  • Ensuring compliance with legal and statutory requirements.

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven experience as a School Business Manager or similar role in a UK school setting.
• A strong understanding of school finance, budgeting, and accounting procedures.
• Excellent financial management skills and the ability to manage budgets effectively.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience in premises management and health and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach.
• A commitment to the school's ethos and values.

What We Can Offer You:

• A challenging and rewarding role in a supportive school environment in Blackpool.
• The opportunity to make a significant contribution to the school's success.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and school pay scales in Blackpool.
• Located in Blackpool, a vibrant town with good transport links.

How to Apply:

If you are a highly motivated and skilled School Business Manager seeking a new opportunity in Blackpool, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and a detailed cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to or call Rachael Boaler directly o .

Please clearly state "Application for School Business Manager" in the subject line of your email.

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire, UK

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 1 This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references. 2