Job Advert: School Business Manager

Location: Kidderminster
Pay Rate: £180-£200 per day (flexible for the right candidate)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Contract: Initially temporary
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, organised and proactive School Business Manager to join a school in Kidderminster on an initial temporary, full-time basis, starting as soon as possible.

This is an excellent opportunity for a capable professional to support the effective day-to-day running of the school, overseeing business operations and ensuring that administrative, financial and operational processes run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day business and operational management of the school.

• Support financial management, budgeting and expenditure monitoring.

• Manage administrative processes and ensure efficient office operations.

• Oversee premises, facilities and health and safety arrangements.

• Support HR and staffing processes where required.

• Ensure school policies and procedures are followed.

• Work closely with the Headteacher and wider leadership team to support the smooth running of the school.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a School Business Manager, or in a similar school business or operational management role.

• Previous school experience is desirable.

• Strong organisational, financial and administrative skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• A proactive approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.