School Business Manager

Job Description Purpose and Objectives

• Lead and manage all aspects of school business operations, ensuring the schools derive maximum benefit from their budgets and resources.
• In collaboration with Central Office, oversee financial, HR, administrative, and estate management systems, ensuring compliance, accountability, and best value.
• Act as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to strategic planning and school improvement.
• Anticipate and respond to the needs of staff, pupils, parents, and stakeholders.
• Promote and model the values and ethos of the schools.

Person Specification (Summary)

• Level 4 Diploma in School Business Management or equivalent (or willingness to work towards).
• Experience of financial and HR management in a school or similar setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and equal opportunities.

The iMap Centre is seeking an exceptional School Business Manager to drive our vision and help shape the future of our school provisions.

This pivotal role will lead our financial, administrative, and operational functions, ensuring we remain efficient, sustainable, and fully equipped to meet the needs of our young people. We're looking for someone who can bring both strategic insight and hands on expertise, supporting our continued growth and the delivery of high quality learning experiences. If you're motivated by making a meaningful difference behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you.

Both of iMap's schools are excellent SEND provisions with small class sizes designed to fit the individual needs of our children. Our core values of Understand, Empower and Aspire are at the centre of all that we do.

Please note that the salary is £34,650 pro rata, per annum, based on 39 weeks per year (term time only, with 5.6 paid annual leave).