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School Finance Lead

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United Kingdom , Stoke-on-Trent

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Education

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Salary:

52000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

Are you an operational strategist who enjoys the challenge of managing diverse sites? We are looking for a dynamic Multi-Site Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team across two of our premier specialist schools. While our educators focus on delivering 'Outstanding' outcomes for students with Autism and complex needs, you will be the engine room-ensuring the business, finance, and infrastructure functions operate at the highest level of efficiency. You will mentor existing administrative teams and act as the primary lead for all non-academic operations.

Job Responsibility:

  • Full budgetary accountability
  • resource allocation
  • EBITDA performance monitoring
  • Leading Estates
  • Facilities
  • and ICT
  • Overseeing HR procedures
  • ensuring stringent Health & Safety standards
  • maintaining regulatory inspection-ready status
  • Working alongside the Headteachers to plan and execute long-term operational goals
  • Ensuring Catering and Housekeeping services meet the high standards our students deserve

Requirements:

  • Accreditation
  • Curriculum knowledge and experience
  • Fiscal Management
  • Increasing enrolment
  • Pastoral Care
  • Raising the school profile
  • Relationships with extended community
  • Safeguarding
  • School Improvement
  • School Policy Development
  • Senior leadership experience
  • Staff Recruitment Initiatives
  • Start-up/Founding leader experience
  • Vision and strategy
  • SBM (school business manager) qualification

Nice to have:

A professional diploma in School Business Management or a Finance/HR qualification is highly desirable

What we offer:
  • PAYE
  • Referral Bonus

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 11, 2026

Expiration:
May 21, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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