School Business Manager

Business ManagerLocation: Leading Secondary School in ShropshirePosition: Full-TimeSalary: Competitive, based on experienceAre you an experienced Business Manager with a strategic mindset and a commitment to educational excellence? A reputable secondary school located in one of Shropshire's main population centres is looking for an efficient, organized, and proactive Business Manager to join their team. This role is essential to the school's smooth operation, overseeing financial management, administration, and resource planning to support a safe and engaging learning environment.About the SchoolThis school is highly regarded for its inclusive, community-focused ethos. It prioritizes academic success while fostering personal growth, respect, and responsibility among its students. The school's leadership is dedicated to building a collaborative culture that welcomes contributions from all staff, students, and families.Key Responsibilities:Financial Management: Lead on budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Manage income and expenditure to ensure efficient use of resources and fiscal responsibility.Human Resources Support: Work closely with the senior leadership team on HR processes, including recruitment support, onboarding, and staff wellbeing initiatives.Facilities & Premises Management: Oversee the maintenance and development of school facilities, ensuring a safe, accessible, and inspiring learning environment for all students and staff.Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, leading on risk assessments, safeguarding procedures, and staff training.Procurement & Resource Allocation: Manage vendor contracts, negotiate competitive rates, and ensure best value procurement to optimize resources for the school community.Administration and Compliance: Oversee all administrative functions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining efficient systems for record-keeping and reporting.Ideal Candidate Profile:Experience: A proven track record in business management, preferably within an educational or public sector setting.Qualifications: Degree or equivalent qualification in business administration, finance, or a related field. Ideally, the candidate will ideally hold a Level 4 School Business Manager (SBM) qualification. Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIPFA, ILM) are also a plus.Skills: Excellent organizational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail and strong communication skills.Values: A commitment to the school's inclusive, respectful, and community-oriented values.Passionate about contributing to a positive, forward-thinking school environment.What We Offer:Supportive Environment: Join a school that values teamwork, innovation, and ongoing professional development.Impactful Role: This is a pivotal role within the school, offering the chance to directly influence its success and sustainability.Professional Development: Access to training and career advancement opportunities, with a leadership team dedicated to supporting your growth.If you're a proactive and results-driven Business Manager looking to make a difference in an educational setting, we'd love to hear from you. This is a rewarding role that supports the broader mission of enabling every student to thrive.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.