Business Managed SEN School North Norfolk

About the Role

Teaching Personnel are seeking a skilled and motivated Business Manager to work with one of our partner SEN schools in the Cromer area.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key leadership role within a specialist educational setting that supports children and young people with a range of additional learning needs.

You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth, efficient, and compliant operation of all non-teaching aspects of the school, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to maintain financial stability and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on all aspects of financial management, including budget setting, monitoring, reporting, payroll, and statutory compliance.
• Oversee human resources, including recruitment, staff onboarding, and wellbeing.
• Manage premises operations and take the lead on Health & Safety compliance and site management.
• Act as the school’s lead for Data Protection (GDPR) and ensure all related procedures are followed.
• Provide strategic and operational support to the Senior Leadership Team to drive efficiency and school improvement.
• Liaise with auditors, external contractors, and local authorities as required.

Requirements

• Recognised qualification in accounting, finance, or school business management (CSBM/DSBM or equivalent).
• Proven experience managing budgets and resources, ideally within a school or educational environment.
• Strong organisational and leadership skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused approach.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rate: £220–£260, dependent on experience.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities through Teaching Personnel.
• Access to wellbeing support and dedicated consultant guidance.
• The opportunity to make a real difference in an inclusive, supportive, and rewarding SEN school environment.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a short cover note to:
jake.askew@teachingpersonnel.com

We look forward to hearing from experienced business professionals who are passionate about supporting education in the SEN sector.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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