Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: Dependent on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Ready to make a real impact on a school’s future?

An ambitious and well-established secondary school in Reading is looking for an experienced School Business Manager to join its senior leadership and operations team.

The school has a busy, diverse community and a strong focus on providing pupils with a safe, well-resourced environment in which to learn. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys combining strategic planning with hands-on operational leadership.

What makes this role exciting?

You’ll have responsibility for the operational functions that keep the school running smoothly, working closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading financial planning, budget monitoring and expenditure management.

• Overseeing premises, facilities, maintenance and site security.

• Managing procurement, contracts and relationships with external suppliers.

• Supporting HR processes, recruitment and staffing administration.

• Ensuring health and safety and statutory compliance requirements are met.

• Reviewing operational processes and identifying opportunities for improvement.

• Managing and supporting administrative and operational staff.

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience as a School Business Manager or in a senior school operations role.

• Strong knowledge of school finance, facilities and compliance.

• Experience managing budgets, contracts and staff.

• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

• A proactive approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.

School experience is essential, particularly within a business management or senior operational role.

An enhanced DBS check will be required in line with the role.

Interested in taking the next step? Send us your CV