Trainee School Business Manager

This is an exciting new opportunity to join this vibrant and successful international school in London and train in all aspects of the school's operations, whilst studying for a professional qualification. 

We are looking for an individual who will be able to inspire and enthuse others in a demanding, multifaceted role, who is keen to learn and progress and who will relish the opportunity to learn how the various operational functions within the school work and ultimately  take the lead as School Business Manager.   The role would suit either a recent graduate at the start of their career, or someone already working within a school looking to advance their career. 

Dwight School London was authorised as an International Baccalaureate World School in 1995 and has continued to thrive internationally with close links to its sister schools in New York, Seoul, Shanghai, Dubai and the Dwight Global Online school. The Dwight School community has a rich diversity of cultures, nationalities and experiences, with over 50 nationalities represented and over 40 languages spoken which we truly benefit from and cherish.

Dwight is a values-driven organisation and we welcome applications from individuals who share our vision to nurture confident, compassionate young people who influence the future as well as committing to the IB philosophy of educating for a better, more peaceful world.

We want to hear from you if you can offer the following:  

• A good level of education 
• A real interest in working in Education and learning about the operations of a school 
• Good analytical and research skills with the ability to see the bigger picture 
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety obligations  
• Ability to seek out and act upon opportunities for personal and professional development 
• Excellent organisational and communication skills  
• Ability to work independently with initiative  
• Strong relationship building skills  
• Values that are aligned with Dwight’s vision and values  
• Flexibility and adaptability

In return we can offer:  

• A supportive and innovative leadership team  
• A comprehensive training package 
• Professional development opportunities  
• Collaboration with colleagues in other Dwight schools across the globe  
• An environment that nurtures personal growth and values individual contributions  
• The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of children

How to Apply:

Please apply via the TES application form and include a supporting statement of no more than 2 pages explaining how you meet the requirements of the Job Summary and Person Specification.

Dwight School London is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2020 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Dwight School  London aims to be a fair employer and is committed to equal opportunities. The School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of gender, ethnic origin, disability or age.

The School will endeavour to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job and working environment to enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants.