School Business Manager & Data Protection Officer

What skills and experience we're looking for

Due to the retirement of the current School Business Manager after 28 years of service, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced School Business Manager to join our warm and welcoming team to help lead the strategic direction of the school. Ideally the successful candidate will have previous experience of School Business Management or equivalent.

About the Role

As School Business Manager, you will be a key member of the Senior Team, working closely with the Headteacher and Governors to ensure the efficient and effective running of all non-teaching operations across the school.

You will lead on:

• Strategic financial planning and budget management
• HR and recruitment
• Administration and office systems
• Estates, facilities and premises management
• Health & Safety and statutory compliance
• ICT systems and business operations
• Income generation, procurement and contracts
• GDPR and Data Protection Officer responsibilities

You will oversee a dedicated admin team and play a vital role in ensuring resources are used effectively to support excellent outcomes for pupils.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has successful leadership or management experience, ideally in education or a similar complex environment
• Has strong financial and budget management skills
• Can lead teams positively and inspire high standards
• Understands HR processes, compliance and operational management
• Has excellent organisational and communication skills
• Can think strategically while managing day-to-day priorities
• Understands GDPR and data protection responsibilities (or is willing to develop expertise)
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and high expectations for all pupils

Visits Welcome

Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school and meet the Headteacher prior to application. Visits can be arranged by contacting the school office 0115 91537890.

Thursday 7th May at 10am

Monday 11th May at 1pm

Thursday 14th May at 10am or 3.30pm

Monday 18th May at 2pm

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and relevant pre‑employment checks.

Closing Date

Monday 1st June 2026. Interviews will take place: week commencing 8th June 2026.

What the school offers its staff

We Offer:

• A welcoming, supportive and ambitious school community
• The opportunity to join a strong and experienced leadership team
• Dedicated and hardworking staff
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• A role where you can genuinely make a difference every day
• A well‑established school with strong systems and community reputation

The Opportunity

This position has become available due to the retirement of a long‑serving school business manager. We are looking for someone who can build on that legacy while bringing fresh ideas, innovation and strategic vision for the future.

The post will begin in September, but paid time can be arranged to work with our current School Business Manager for transition.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical online and social media prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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