School Business & Finance Manager

Job Vacancy: School Finance & Business Manager Deadline: Friday 4th September 2026 (Noon) Interviews: W/C Monday 14th September 2026 Location: Calday Grange Grammar School Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: NJC Scales (2025-6) - EP011 - (Scale 45-47) (£56279 - £58437) Drive Financial Health and Business Excellence Are you a strategic financial leader looking to make a meaningful impact? We are seeking an exceptional Finance and Business Manager to spearhead our school’s financial control, human resources, and administrative services. This is a pivotal senior role reporting directly to the Headteacher. You will take ownership of the school’s financial and business operations, manage a talented team of middle managers, and work closely with Governors to ensure resources are optimised to deliver the highest quality education provision. Key Responsibilities Financial Control & Operations: Lead budget setting, payroll, internal audits, management accounts, and the accurate submission of statutory DfE financial returns. Line Management: Directly line manage and develop 3 key middle managers (Finance, HR, and Admin), overseeing a wider team of support staff. Human Resources & Cover: Oversee the HR function - staff recruitment, retention, absence management, and the daily deployment of teaching and non-teaching cover. Governance & Leadership: Present comprehensive financial reports, risk analysis, and personnel updates to Governor Committees and school leadership. Joint Strategy & Commerciality: Partner with the school Operations Manager on joint procurement, policy creation, income generation (e.g., lettings and alumni), and high-value funding bids (such as CIF grants). What We Are Looking For? The role of School Finance and Business Manager requires a combination of formal finance/ business education, specialised school management credentials, and multi-disciplinary professional experience. Financial Experience: Proven experience in budget management, financial