Location: Great Malvern, Worcestershire
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, Full Year
Salary: up to £50,000 depending on experience
Start date: September 2026
This role requires an application form - Please get in touch with Jennifer on (url removed) or (phone number removed)School Staffing Solutions are recruiting for a School Business Manager to join a NEW SEN school. The School is opening its doors in Autumn 2026, and we're looking for an experienced School Business Manager to help make this vision a reality.
The school will be a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious school for children and young people aged 5-19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a capacity of 120 students, our vision is to create a safe, enriching and aspirational environment where every learner can thrive.
The role:
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you'll take overall responsibility for the leadership and development of our support services. This includes Finance, HR, Administration, Facilities, ICT, Health & Safety, Housekeeping, and Catering. You'll ensure these functions run smoothly and efficiently, creating an environment that supports learning and wellbeing for every student.
You'll manage budgets and resources with autonomy and accountability, lead and inspire teams to deliver excellent standards, and drive continuous improvement through strategic planning. From overseeing compliance and financial performance to ensuring our site is safe, healthy, and welcoming, you'll play a vital role in shaping the success of the school from day one.
About You:
We're looking for someone with strong leadership and business management experience, ideally within education or a similar setting. You'll have:
A solid understanding of regulations and standards for education and care, safeguarding, and health & safety legislation.
Knowledge of financial systems, budget preparation, and performance monitoring, including EBITDA.
Familiarity with inspection frameworks, funding structures, and compliance requirements.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with staff, students, parents, and external agencies.
Proven experience leading multiple teams across several functions and managing budgets effectively.
Strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work autonomously, and confidence in making decisions that matter.
A management or professional qualification (e.g., Management Diploma or Finance qualification) is desirable.
Knowledge and experience of leading on HR processes and procedures is desirable.This is a unique career opportunity to be instrumental in the opening of a new school and to make your mark on a growing organisation.
What's on offer:
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We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You'll enjoy:
Enhanced Annual Leave, Company Sick Pay, Enhanced Pension &Life Assurance
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Please get in touch with Jennifer for an application form this role on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
School Staffing Solutions are acting as an employment business for this role
Salary description
£47000.00 - £50000.00 per year