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School Business Manager – Dudley | Permanent

  • Location: Dudley, West Midlands

  • Start: ASAP

  • Contract: Permanent

  • Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00 (37 hours per week)

  • Salary: £45,000–£50,000 per annum (indicative)

  • Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme, generous annual leave, professional development and access to employee wellbeing support

We’re looking for an experienced School Business Manager to take responsibility for the business and operational side of a school in Dudley.

This is a varied role for someone who enjoys being at the heart of a school’s day-to-day running. You’ll work closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team, helping ensure finances, staffing and facilities are managed effectively so that the school can focus on providing the best possible education for its pupils.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead budget planning, financial monitoring and expenditure reporting.

  • Oversee HR administration, recruitment processes and staff records.

  • Manage premises, facilities, contracts, procurement and health and safety.

  • Ensure policies, procedures and statutory requirements are followed.

  • Support the Headteacher with strategic planning and operational decisions.

  • Manage and improve administrative systems and processes.

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous experience as a School Business Manager or in a similar senior operational role.

  • Strong financial management and budget-monitoring skills.

  • A good understanding of school administration, HR and compliance.

  • Excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving skills.

  • The confidence to manage competing priorities and advise senior leaders.

Why Apply?

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of a broad operational remit, work closely with school leadership and make a tangible difference to how the school runs.

If you’re an experienced school business professional looking for your next permanent opportunity in Dudley, we’d love to hear from you.

If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted within 48 hours. All interviews are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Location
Dudley

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Founded in 2012
Co-workers 500
Turnover 5M
Dudley

School Business Manager – Dudley | Permanent

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