Location: Walsall, West Midlands
Start: ASAP
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00 (37 hours per week)
Salary: £42,000–£48,000 per annum (indicative)
Benefits: Pension scheme, annual leave, training opportunities and access to employee wellbeing support
We’re recruiting a School Business Manager for a school in Walsall. This is a hands‑on position for someone who can keep the school’s business operations organised, maintain strong financial controls and provide reliable support to the Headteacher and wider leadership team.
You’ll oversee a broad range of responsibilities, so this role would suit someone who is practical, well organised and comfortable taking ownership of day‑to‑day decisions.
Key Responsibilities
Manage budgets, financial records and expenditure monitoring.
Oversee purchasing, invoices, suppliers and contract arrangements.
Coordinate HR administration, recruitment paperwork and staff records.
Support premises management, health and safety and compliance.
Maintain accurate systems and prepare information for audits and reviews.
Identify opportunities to improve processes and make effective use of resources.
What We’re Looking For
Experience in school business management or a related finance and operations role.
Good financial and administrative skills.
An understanding of HR, premises management and compliance.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise effectively.
A professional, approachable manner and the ability to handle confidential information.
Why Apply?
You’ll have a varied role with genuine responsibility, working closely with school leadership and helping ensure resources are used effectively to support pupils and staff.
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