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School Business Manager

Ribbons and Reeves Limited

Posted a month ago, valid for 8 days

London, Greater London WC2B 6AA, England

£55,000 per annum

Full Time

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An exciting opportunity is available for a School Business Manager in Holborn, Camden, with a salary range of £48,000 - £58,000 per annum.
The role involves overseeing the financial operations of a newly formed five-school federation with a collective budget of £10-12 million.
Candidates should have experience in financial management within a school or public sector organization, along with a strong understanding of school funding and budget planning.
Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential for engaging with senior leaders and managing complex financial structures across multiple sites.
The position is set to start in April/May 2025, and relevant qualifications in finance or school management are desirable.

School Business Manager Holborn April/May 2025

Location: Holborn, Camden
Salary: £48,000 - £58,000 per annum
Start Date: April/May 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced School Business Manager to join a newly formed five-school federation in Central London. This is a key leadership role overseeing the financial operations of five one-form entry primary schools, ensuring the efficient management of a £10-12 million budget across multiple sites.

As the School Business Manager, you will

Oversee and manage the collective budget of £10-12 million across the federation, ensuring effective allocation of resources
Develop financial strategies to optimise spending, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies
Lead financial planning, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring compliance with local authority and DfE regulations
Collaborate with Headteachers and Governors to drive financial sustainability and operational effectiveness
Manage cross-fertilisation of funds between sites to support the needs of all five schools
Oversee procurement, contracts, and school facilities, ensuring best value and efficiency

We are looking for a highly skilled, strategic, and financially astute individual with:

Experience in financial management within a school, multi-academy trust, or public sector organisation
A strong understanding of school funding, budget planning, and financial compliance
Excellent leadership and communication skills to engage with senior leaders and external stakeholders
The ability to work across multiple sites and manage complex financial structures
A relevant qualification in finance, business administration, or school management (CSBM, DSBM, AAT, or equivalent is desirable)

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact within a forward-thinking and collaborative school federation. If you are ready to take on a leadership role in school business management, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Harry at Ribbons & Reeves today.

School Business Manager Holborn April/May 2025

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