School Business Manager
School Business Manager Contract: Temporary (approx. 6 weeks)Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to FridayLocation: West London, Hillingdon We are seeking a School Business Manager (SBM) to provide temporary cover at a co-educational Alternative Provision school within a Multi-Academy Trust. This post is for approximately 6 weeks and requires an individual with strong experience in school business management, HR, and administrative systems. About the School Co-educational Alternative Provision (AP) supporting pupils aged 11-16Designed for students who cannot attend mainstream schools due to exclusion, risk of exclusion, or other complex needsModern, purpose-built facilities with a supportive and inclusive ethosStaff team committed to helping pupils reintegrate into mainstream education or transition into further education, training, or employment Key Responsibilities The School Business Manager will be responsible for: Finance Management: monitoring budgets, financial reporting, procurement, and compliance with Trust policiesHR Administration: recruitment, onboarding, absence management, staff records, payroll liaison, and employee relations supportSchool Operations: leading the administration team to ensure efficient day-to-day running of the schoolCompliance & Policies: ensuring the school meets statutory requirements and safeguarding standardsMIS Systems: maintaining accurate pupil and staff records using SIMS/Arbor and other data management platforms Essential Requirements Previous experience as a School Business Manager or Senior School AdministratorStrong working knowledge of HR procedures in an education settingProficiency with school MIS systems (SIMS/Arbor)Excellent organisation, communication, and leadership skillsAbility to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced school environment This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school professional to make a positive impact in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Additional Information Each candidate will be subject to a DBS and police check where required. A successful candidate will also provide at least two references from their previous employers. If you are interested in the role, click the apply button or can send your CV to Deji Agbaje at Veritas Education London, see contact details below. Call: or Email: APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policyYour CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explainedYou must have legal right to work in the UKYou must be willing to attend a registration interview Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these. Disclaimer 'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
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