School Business Manager

Job Description

For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.

Lead for the efficient management of school finance and accounts.

To provide strategic leadership and direction, in conjunction with the leadership team, on the operational management of curricular & non-curriculum functions within the school.

To act as a professional adviser to the Headteacher and Governing Board on school finance, HR and site management.

To lead and manage whole school projects (collaborating with other relevant staff).

To advise the Senior Management Team on school finance.

To contribute to the safeguarding and protection of all pupils.

To be responsible for the line management and performance management of administration, medical, and site/premises staff. To lead on recruitment and work familiarisation for new members of these teams. To assist in work familiarisation of new members of staff or volunteers.

1. To lead on financial management in conjunction with the Headteacher.

2. To provide strategic leadership in conjunction with the Headteacher to plan and prepare the annual budget in liaison with relevant staff and present the budget to the Governing Board for approval.

3. Monitor and analyse school budget areas on a monthly basis and update the Headteacher & Governors of any significant changes.

4. To be responsible for the production of financial reports as required.

5. To prepare and complete correct end of year reconciliation.

6. Ensure effective operation of inventory processes and systems, including the school’s asset register.

7. To manage earmarked funding streams and ensure that such funds are properly accounted for.

8. To manage and evaluate service level agreements, keeping them under review by comparison with alternative providers, and negotiating, managing and monitoring contracts, tenders and agreements to ensure best value and identify any cost savings. xwzovoh 9. To be responsible for and investigate the availability of funds/grants to be bid for on behalf of the school and advise the Headteacher on the completion and submission of these bids.