School Business Manager - Blackpool, UK

Are you an experienced and proactive School Business Manager seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity? Tradewind Recruitment are working with a Blackpool Academy recruiting for a skilled professional to join their dedicated team and play a key role in the school's success.

About Our School/Trust:

They are a forward-thinking academy in Blackpool, committed to providing an exceptional education for their students. They are seeking a highly organised and financially astute School Business Manager to oversee the school's non-educational operations.

The Role:

As the School Business Manager in our school in Blackpool, you will be a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for the strategic and operational management of the school's business functions. This is a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective running of the school, allowing teaching staff to focus on delivering excellent education.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management:
Developing and managing the school budget.
Ensuring accurate financial records and reporting.
Managing payroll, procurement, and income generation.
Securing best value for money in all school expenditure.
Human Resources:
Overseeing recruitment, induction, and staff contracts.
Managing staff absence and performance.
Ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures.
Premises Management:
Overseeing the maintenance and security of school buildings and grounds.
Managing capital projects and facilities development.
Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Administration and Operations:
Managing school administrative systems and procedures.
Overseeing ICT, catering, and other support services.
Ensuring compliance with legal and statutory requirements.What We Are Looking For:

Proven experience as a School Business Manager or similar role in a UK school setting.
A strong understanding of school finance, budgeting, and accounting procedures.
Excellent financial management skills and the ability to manage budgets effectively.
Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
Experience in premises management and health and safety regulations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
A proactive and solution-focused approach.
A commitment to the school's ethos and values.What We Can Offer You:

A challenging and rewarding role in a supportive school environment in Blackpool.
The opportunity to make a significant contribution to the school's success.
Professional development opportunities.
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and school pay scales in Blackpool.
Located in Blackpool, a vibrant town with good transport links.How to Apply:

If you are a highly motivated and skilled School Business Manager seeking a new opportunity in Blackpool, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and a detailed cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to (url removed) or call Rachael Boaler directly o (phone number removed).

Please clearly state "Application for School Business Manager" in the subject line of your email.

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire, UK

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 1 This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and satisfactory references. 2