School Business Manager

School Business Manager – Immediate Start An opportunity has arisen for an experienced School Business Manager to join a well-established and forward-thinking secondary school in Crawley. This is an immediate start position, offered on a temporary basis until January 2027, with a strong possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate. The successful School Business Manager will play a pivotal role in the strategic and operational leadership of the school's business functions. This includes overseeing finance, HR, estates, and administrative services, ensuring the school operates efficiently and effectively in support of its educational goals. We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and resilient School Business Manager who has demonstrable

experience working in a similar role within a school environment. You will bring strong financial acumen, excellent leadership

skills , and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting. The daily rate of pay is negotiable dependent on

experience . Key

responsibilities include: Leading on financial planning, budgeting, and monitoring Managing HR processes, including recruitment and staff records Overseeing premises, health & safety, and compliance Line managing support staff and external contractors Supporting senior leadership with strategic decision-making The ideal School Business Manager will: Have proven

experience as a School Business Manager within a school setting Be confident managing budgets and financial systems Demonstrate strong leadership and communication

skills Be adaptable, solution-focused, and highly organised

Experience with IMP, Implicit, or iTrent systems would be advantageous but is not essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed School Business Manager looking to make a meaningful impact within a supportive school community, with the potential for a long-term appointment. If you are an experienced School Business Manager available for an immediate start and interested in a role with real scope to develop, we would welcome your application. This position is advertised and managed by Academics, and Education specialist recruitment agency.