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School Business Manager

Job title: School Business Manager
Contract type: Temporary
Location: Stockport
Industry: Primary
Salary: £100 - £150 per day
Reference: 0000333948_1770302564
Contact name: Aspire People Limited
Contact email: Max.Howard@aspirepeople.co.uk

Job description

School Business Manager
Salary: Negotiable
Hours of work: 8:30am-3:30pm/4pm
Location: Stockport
Start Date: February 2026

An primary school is seeking a dynamic School Business Manager/Admin to lead its operational and strategic business functions. This senior leadership role supports the Headteacher in delivering excellence across finance, HR, compliance, and site management.

The school business manager (SBM) is responsible for managing the strategy and operation of the business functions of the school, including financial management, health and safety, human resources, compliance and administration.

The SBM will advise on and implement the day-to-day support that enables the school to operate effectively and efficiently, and that allows other members of the leadership team to focus on teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead strategic planning and resource allocation aligned with school improvement priorities
* Manage financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and statutory reporting
* Oversee HR processes, payroll, and staff development
* Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and legal standards
* Support the leadership team by enabling operational excellence

Ideal Candidate:
* Proven experience in school business management or similar
* Knowledge or use of Edgen and Iris
* Strong leadership and communication skills
* Relevant qualifications in finance or business administration
* Ability to work collaboratively and strategically

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.

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