Location: Maidstone

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00 (35 hours per week, 1-hour unpaid lunch)

Salary: £38,000–£45,000 per annum

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We are looking for an organised, proactive, and dynamic School Business Manager to join a thriving secondary school in Maidstone.

In this crucial role, you will be the backbone of our operational and administrative functions, ensuring that the school runs seamlessly. If you have a strong background in school operations, finance, or business administration and want to make a tangible impact on student learning environments by managing resources and budgets effectively, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Oversee the day-to-day business, administrative, and support operations of the school.

• Financial Management: Assist with budget monitoring, financial reporting, and resource allocation.

• Procurement & Contracts: Coordinate vendor relationships, supplier contracts, and purchasing processes.

• Compliance & Premises: Support premises management, health and safety protocols, and statutory compliance.

• Systems & Records: Maintain robust administrative processes and accurate data records.

• Strategic Partnership: Collaborate closely with senior leadership to streamline processes and boost operational efficiency.

• Policy Implementation: Ensure school-wide policies and procedures are consistently followed.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven background in school business management, operations, finance, or senior administration.

• Confidence in managing budgets, financial tracking, and resource prioritization.

• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple competing demands in a fast-paced setting.

• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with staff, leadership, and external stakeholders.

• A self-starter who takes initiative and drives continuous improvement.

How to Apply

If you bring the relevant operations and business management experience and are ready to start as soon as possible, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to apply.