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School Business Manager (SBM) | Blackpool Secondary
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Blackpool, Lancashire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Are you an exceptional School Business Manager (SBM) with a proven school/MAT background seeking a strategic leadership role with flexible hybrid working? Join our thriving Secondary Academy in Blackpool, starting in January 2026 (or sooner). This pivotal role offers a highly competitive salary of £55,000-£65,000 to drive operational excellence.
The Role: Strategic Leadership with Flexibility
We require a strategic and highly effective School Business Manager to oversee all non-teaching aspects of our vibrant secondary academy. You will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), ensuring all operational functions-Finance, HR, Estates, and Administration-are robust, compliant, and directly support our educational vision.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Strategy: Lead the strategic planning, forecasting, and management of the academy's budget (c. £X million), ensuring compliance with ESFA regulations and achieving long-term sustainability.
Operational Management: Oversee all site services, facilities management, procurement, Health & Safety, and capital projects (e.g., CIF bids).
HR Leadership: Direct the non-teaching HR function, ensuring efficient payroll, effective recruitment, and compliance with employment law.
Governance: Prepare financial reports and attend Governing Body/Trustee meetings, providing strategic insight into resource management.
Essential Requirement: School Sector Expertise (MUST HAVE)
To be considered for this high-impact role, you must demonstrate significant, recent experience working directly within a school, academy, or Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) setting.
Required Experience: Proven success as a School Business Manager (SBM), Finance Manager, or Senior Leader within the education sector, managing significant school budgets.
Sector Knowledge: Expert understanding of school funding, statutory accounts, and operational compliance unique to the academy landscape.
Qualifications: Relevant professional qualification (e.g., CSBM, DSBM, CIPFA, CIMA, or equivalent experience).
Unbeatable Package: Flexibility & High Salary
We are committed to attracting the best talent to Blackpool by offering an exceptional package:
Salary: Highly competitive pay between £55,000 and £65,000 per annum.
Working Arrangement: Hybrid working option allowing for flexible remote work, balanced with essential on-site presence required for leadership and operational oversight.
Benefits: Generous annual leave allowance (plus bank holidays), access to a relevant pension scheme, and outstanding professional development.
Apply Now for a January 2026 Start!
If you are a dedicated, high-calibre School Business Manager with the required school sector experience and are looking for a fulfilling leadership role with flexibility in Blackpool, apply today! We are looking to appoint promptly for a January 2026 start.
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