School Business Manager

School Business Manager - Longhill High School NJC M9 (Spinal Column Points 37–40) Salary: £48,226 – £51,356 per annum Full-Time Permanent An Exciting Time to Join Our Community Are you a skilled operational manager looking to make a genuine impact? This is an incredibly exciting time to join Longhill High School. As a vibrant, inclusive 11–16 secondary school situated in the beautiful coastal city of Brighton & Hove, we are deeply proud of our community school ethos. We are seeking an exceptional School Business Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team. In this pivotal role, you will lead our operational business functions—including finance, human resources, premises, catering, IT and our fantastic on-site Longhill Sports Centre. If you are highly organised, thrive in a dynamic environment, and want to support our mission of delivering excellent outcomes for every student, we want to hear from you. Why Choose Longhill High School? (Our Perks) We believe that a happy, supported workforce is key to a thriving school. When you join the Longhill family, you will enjoy a wide range of employee benefits, including: State-of-the-Art Facilities: Full, discounted access to the facilities at the Longhill Sports Centre. Health & Wellbeing Support: Access to comprehensive staff wellbeing packages, occupational health services, and a dedicated, supportive team environment. Professional Growth: Excellent continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities tailored to senior support staff. Local Authority Benefits: Access to the highly secure Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and wide-ranging Brighton & Hove City Council staff discounts (including travel, lifestyle, and retail perks). Unbeatable Location: Work in a brilliant coastal city school, nestled right on the edge of the scenic South Downs, with excellent transport links. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a proactive, practical leader who holds a qualification in School Business Management (at least CSB