School Business Manager

School Business Manager

Location: Market Harborough, Leicestershire
Contract: Permanent | Full‑Time
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Start Date: September 2026

Are you ready to be part of something truly special? 
We are working with a brand‑new specialist school, opening its doors in Autumn 2026, and they are seeking an experienced School Business Manager to help shape its future from the very beginning.

This nurturing and inclusive provision will support children and young people aged 5–19 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, creating a safe, aspirational and enriching environment where every learner can thrive. 

This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in the planning, setup, registration and successful running of a new school - perfect for someone who wants to make a genuine, lasting impact. 

The Role

As School Business Manager, you will be a vital member of the Senior Leadership Team, leading on the strategy, management and development of all support services across the school.

You’ll ensure the school operates efficiently and safely, delivering a clean, healthy and welcoming environment - all while managing budgets responsibly and aligning with long‑term strategic goals.

With the school in its development phase, you’ll also be central to recruiting, building and developing an outstanding support team, shaping systems, processes and culture from day one. 

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership of all non‑teaching and operational functions
• Budget management, financial planning and resource oversight
• Creating, implementing and reviewing improvement plans
• Ensuring safeguarding, compliance and regulatory standards are met
• Leadership and development of support services staff
• Maintaining a safe, welcoming and purposeful school environment

Skills & Experience

The successful candidate is likely to offer:

• A relevant management, business or finance qualification (desirable)
• Strong understanding of education regulations, standards and inspection frameworks
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation affecting children and young people
• Experience managing budgets, financial systems and processes (including EBITDA awareness)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with staff, pupils, families and external agencies
• Confident team leadership and people management skills
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities

Additional Information

✔️ Enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks apply
✔️ Online searches may form part of safer recruitment procedures

Ready to build something meaningful and shape a school from the ground up?

If you’re passionate about SEN education and want a leadership role where your expertise will truly make a difference - this could be the role for you. Apply today!

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