School Business Manager

School Business Manager

Location: Liverpool
Start Date: ASAP (with potential for a permanent role)
Contract: Full-time | Immediate Start | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
Competitive Salary, based on experience

Join a School That's at the Heart of Its Community - and Help Drive It Forward.

One of our Primary Schools in Liverpool is looking for an experienced, proactive, and highly capable School Business Manager (SBM) to join our warm and welcoming leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference in a vibrant, community-centred school.

In a time where strategic thinking, resource management, and financial acumen are more vital than ever, we need someone who can hit the ground running. You'll be a key part of shaping the operational excellence that underpins our children learning journey.

Main Duties:

• Manage and monitor the school's budget and financial planning.
• Oversee all aspects of HR including recruitment, contracts, and staff absence.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, safeguarding, and data protection regulations.
• Lead on site management and maintenance of school premises and facilities.
• Handle procurement, contracts, and supplier negotiations to ensure value for money.
• Support strategic planning and contribute to the school's development priorities.
• Supervise office staff and ensure smooth day-to-day administrative operations.
• Manage payroll processes in collaboration with external providers.

• Proven experience in a similar role - School Bursar, Assistant SBM or SBM roles preferred.
• A relevant qualification in school business management is highly desirable (CSBM, DSBM, or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of school finance systems, HR, premises management, and compliance.
• A confident, solution-focused professional who thrives under pressure and works collaboratively.
• Someone ready to step in immediately and make a real impact from day one.

What our school brings to you:

• A supportive and inclusive school community that values every child and every member of staff.
• A school where your expertise will be trusted and respected as a central member of the leadership team.
• Real scope to make a difference, streamline operations, and support outcomes across the whole school.
• The potential for a permanent position, giving long-term career stability and development.

What's Next?

If your application is successful, a telephone interview will be arranged promptly, with the option for a face-to-face meeting if preferred. Documents will be submitted and verified online, with support. All candidates must complete child protection and UK eligibility checks, including an enhanced DBS. Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding children and expects all applicants to share this commitment.

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