School Business Manager

Cheetham Hill, Greater Manchester, M8 2BE

Pay:

Contract Type:

Temporary

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

04/04/2026

Are you an experienced and dynamic business leader ready to make a meaningful impact in a high performing school? Hays are currently working with a Secondary School in Cheetham Hill who are seeking a Business Manager to drive excellence across their business operations and support their mission of providing exceptional education within a caring and values driven environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the country's leading multi academy trusts and play a pivotal role in the smooth running and continued success of the school. Location: Cheetham Hill Contract: Temporary initially, potential for Permanent Hours: Full time (Early finish on Fridays) Start Date: ASAP Salary: £47,181 - £52,413

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of all non teaching functions.
• Ensure the school runs efficiently, safely and in alignment with Trust policies, enabling staff to focus on delivering an outstanding educational experience.
• Lead key business and resource functions: Finance, HR and workforce management, Facilities and estate management, Health & safety, ICT and systems, Admissions and attendance, School administration, Governance and compliance.
• Support financial planning, monitoring and reporting; oversee purchasing, invoicing, cash handling; maintain accurate financial systems, asset registers and school funds.
• Act as Health & Safety Lead and Fire Officer; manage premises, maintenance, security, compliance; oversee contractors, cleaning, catering and lettings; ensure safety and statutory checks against fire, asbestos, legionella etc.
• Lead day to day HR operations; maintain personnel records, SCR, HR compliance documentation; manage recruitment, induction, performance and development of non teaching staff.
• Lead school office and administrative functions; manage Bromcom, statutory returns, class lists, attendance records, census data.
• Act as Data Protection Lead; ensure GDPR compliance; support the Local Accountability Board; manage governance records and logistics.
• Oversee ICT systems, asset tracking, issue logging, contingency planning.

• Significant experience in school business management or a similar operational leadership role.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage a diverse workload.
• Strong understanding of finance, HR, estates and compliance in an educational setting.
• Relevant qualifications such as AAT, CIMA/ACCA, CIPD are beneficial.
• Experience building strong, positive relationships within a busy school environment.

• Work in a supportive, high performing Trust.
• Collaborative and forward thinking school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.