School Business Manager

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Governors are seeking to appoint a strategic, and proactive School Business Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team.

As a key member of the SLT, you will play a central role in shaping the operational strategy and culture of our school. You will lead across the critical non-teaching portfolios of finance, human resources, and premises management whilst also fulfilling the role of Staff Wellbeing Lead.

This is a dynamic and rewarding role for someone who thrives on building efficient systems, managing resources effectively, and creating a supportive environment where staff feel valued and empowered.

Key Responsibilities

· Senior Leadership Strategy: Work alongside the Headteacher and SLT to contribute to strategic planning, school improvement, and robust operational governance.

· Financial Management: Lead the school’s financial operations, including budget planning, financial reporting, procurement and audit compliance.

· Premises & Operations: Oversee health and safety, estate management, capital projects, contract management, and environmental sustainability.

· Staff Management & HR: Lead support staff, directly line manage administrative, site and technical support staff, oversee HR administration, recruitment compliance, and workforce planning.

· Staff Wellbeing Lead: Develop, embed, and promote positive wellbeing initiatives across the workforce, supporting a compassionate, healthy, and high-performing workplace culture.

About You

We are looking for an exceptional professional who brings:

· Experience in operational management. .

· Expertise in managing budgets.

· Interpersonal skills with a compassionate, approach-oriented leadership style suited to leading on staff wellbeing.

· The ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment and lead change constructively.

What We Offer

· A welcoming, supportive, and collaborative Senior Leadership Team.

· A competitive salary, enrolment in Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

. Opportunity to access flexible working arrangements and a proportion of time working from home.

· Dedicated professional development opportunities and network support.

· A central role in driving school improvement and enhancing the working environment for all staff.

Our school is a We Invest In Wellbeing Gold Award holder, and is committed to creating a supportive working environment where staff wellbeing and professional development is prioritised.

Governors and staff have very high expectations of what can be achieved in our school and we want talented individuals to join us to translate these expectations and aspirations into reality.

Islwyn High School is situated near Blackwood in Gwent. The school was purpose built in 2017 comprising a single three storey building. It’s modern design includes state of the art facilities for subjects such as Science and Technology, a full size sports hall, performance hall and music suite, as well as a floodlit 4G sports pitch and fitness suite. IT and audio visual facilities available in all classrooms reflect significant investment in the teaching and learning environment for our pupils.

Closing Date: 9am Monday 9th November 2026

Safeguarding Statement

Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Islwyn High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community irrespective of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion or age.