School Business Manager Hounslow
- Permanent, Full-time
Role: School Business Manager
Location: West London
Salary:per annum (dependent on experience and scale)
Contract Type: Full-time Permanent
Start Date: Immediate / January 2027
About the Role
A well-regarded secondary school in West London is seeking an experienced strategically-minded School Business Manager (SBM) to oversee non-teaching operational functions across the school.
Reporting directly to the Headteacher and Governing Body the School Business Manager will serve as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). You will hold overall responsibility for financial management human resources facilities & estate management health & safety compliance and administrative services.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Leadership: Manage the school budget set annual financial targets conduct forecasting manage payroll and oversee procurement to maximize resources and financial stability.
HR & Personnel Administration: Lead non-teaching staff recruitment manage contracts oversee payroll processing and ensure compliance with UK employment law and safeguarding procedures.
Estates & Health & Safety: Oversee school premises maintenance contracts site safety risk assessments capital works and statutory health & safety compliance.
Compliance & Governance: Ensure school policies comply with DfE guidelines GDPR data protection regulations and statutory reporting requirements.
Income Generation: Identify and secure external funding grants and lettings opportunities to generate additional school revenue.
Team Leadership: Line manage administrative finance premises and support staff teams to maintain high operational standards.
Candidate Requirements:
Experience: Proven track record in financial management HR or operations within an educational setting (Secondary school or MAT experience is highly desirable).
Qualifications: Level 4/5/6 Diploma in School Business Management (CSBM/DSBM) or relevant professional qualifications in finance/accounting (e.g. AAT ACCA CIMA) or HR (CIPD).
Skills: Advanced financial literacy strong analytical abilities excellent leadership skills and proficiency with school management software (e.g. SIMS FMS Arbor or Access Education).
Safeguarding: Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or be willing to process a new one through Wayman Education.
What the School & Wayman Education Offer:
Competitive Compensation: Highly competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
Strategic Role: Direct influence over long-term school planning operational strategy and resource allocation.
Professional Environment: Supportive SLT dedicated administrative teams and continuous professional development opportunities.
Location: Centrally located in West London with excellent transport links and on-site parking facilities.
How to Apply
If you are an accomplished School Business Manager looking for a high-impact leadership opportunity in West London please submit your updated CV today.
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1