Temporary School Business Manager

• Leading business management services across two primary academies, providing on-site support to Headteachers
• Managing financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and monitoring income and expenditure
• Ensuring effective use of Trust financial systems and payroll processes in line with policies, timetables and VAT regulations
• Overseeing procurement, tendering, audits, invoicing and contract management
• Supporting budget holders with financial procedures, training and management information
• Preparing project appraisals, funding bids and managing long-term initiatives
• Developing and monitoring financial procedures to ensure compliance with Trust regulations
• Managing service contracts, facilities and lettings to maximise cost effectiveness and income
• Monitoring and controlling capital expenditure on buildings, grounds and IT
• Managing premises staff and external contractors, including cleaning, catering and maintenance
• Acting as the lead officer for health and safety, ensuring compliance and clear communication
• Ensuring academy documentation and communications are produced to a high professional standard
• Ensuring safeguarding, HR policies and Single Central Record requirements are fully compliant

• Previous experience working within an education setting and a Business Manager or Operational support
• Strong financial, budgeting and procurement experience
• Knowledge of HR, facilities management, health and safety and GDPR
• Highly organised with excellent communication and leadership skills
• Able to work across multiple sites and manage competing priorities

Experience within a primary school environment

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