School Business Manager | Excellent Leadership Opportunity | Enfield

A forward-thinking secondary school in Enfield is looking to appoint an experienced School Business Manager on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded leader who enjoys improving systems, managing resources, and supporting school improvement through effective operational leadership.

The Role

You'll provide strategic oversight of the school's business services while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing the school's finances and budget planning

• Leading HR administration and recruitment processes

• Overseeing facilities management and site operations

• Managing contracts and supplier relationships

• Ensuring compliance with financial and statutory regulations

• Supporting strategic planning with the Senior Leadership Team

• Leading administrative and support staff

About the School

This ambitious 11–18 secondary school has a strong reputation for staff development and collaborative working. Leaders place a real emphasis on creating an efficient, supportive environment where both students and employees can thrive.

The Successful Candidate

Applications are welcomed from experiencedSchool Business Managers, Finance Managers, Operations Managers, and senior administrators with leadership experience in education.

As part of the school's safer recruitment procedures, references from your current (or most recent) employer and a previous employer will be required before an interview can be arranged.

Salary & Benefits

• £50,000–£62,000

• Permanent position

• September 2026 start

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Excellent CPD

• Supportive senior leadership

Apply

The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.

If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you.