SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER

School Business Manager – Coventry

This role is a key permanent position from September 2026 in a highly ambitious setting. The School Business Manager will lead finance, operations, and administration, working closely with the Headteacher and senior leaders to support high‑quality education and long‑term success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school’s finance, operations, and business functions.
• Develop and implement long‑term strategic planning, manage change, and align business activities with whole‑school priorities.
• Ensure effective communications with staff, governors, external partners, and stakeholders.
• Oversee budget management, compliance, HR, premises, procurement, and support services.
• Provide operational oversight to maintain high standards of safety and quality.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to design and maintain systems that support educational goals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading finance, operations, administration, or similar roles within a school or comparable environment.
• Ability to lead long‑term planning, manage change, and align business functions with whole‑school priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Enhanced DBS certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience in budget management, compliance, HR, premises, procurement, or support services.

The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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