School Business Manager

In this newly created role of Business Manager you will be actively involved in the Financial and Operational Management of the school. Reporting to the Headteacher and you will be a key member of the Senior Management Team and will be expected to demonstrate strategic thinking, direction setting and outstanding people management skills.

In addition to the day to day role you will need to manage a large building programme that will enable us to create growth and continued excellence for now and in the future.

Our Business Manager will need to demonstrate proven experience in the following:

• Financial and Commercial Management to facilitate effective monitoring of all finances to achieve the aims of our school.
• Leading whole school facilities and estate management.
• HR Administration, including safeguarding
• Managing Health and Safety procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Multi-tasking so time management is crucial

Although not essential, it would be a distinct advantage if you have previous experience of working as a Business Manager, Finance Manager or Bursar, ideally in the Education Sector.

 “The job holder’s responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young person’s for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/he comes into contact will be to adhere to and ensure compliance with the relevant Cognita Safeguarding; Child Protection Policy and Procedures at all times. If in the course of carrying out the duties of the role, the job holder identifies any instance that a child is suffering or likely to suffer significant harm either at school or at home, s/he must report any concerns to the School’s Child Protection Officer/Designated Safeguarding Lead or to the Head or indeed to the Regional CEO so that a referral can be made accordingly to the relevant third party services.”

For a full job description and application form please email: admin@gleneskschool.co.uk