School Business Manager (SBM) - Islington (Independent...
Role Category & Location
Sector: Elite Independent All-Through School (3-18).
Borough: Islington (Inner London, England).
Start Date: ASAP Start, Permanent, Full-Time.
The Opportunity & Role Profile
A strategic opportunity for an experienced School Business Manager to join a premier independent school in Islington. You will work closely with the Head and Governors to manage the school’s non-teaching functions, focusing on financial health, commercial income, and operational excellence.
Core Responsibilities & Duties Scope
Financial Oversight: Managing the school’s budget, performing long-term financial forecasting, and overseeing fee collection and bursaries.
Strategic Procurement: Negotiating high-value contracts and managing capital projects related to school facilities and digital infrastructure.
Leadership: Managing the administrative, catering, and premises teams to ensure an elite learning environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Essential Requirements: Background in finance or business management (CSBM/DSBM or Accountancy qualification preferred).
Salary: Exceptional salary on the school's independent pay scale (Inner London weighting).
Support: Access to a dedicated administrative team and a collaborative, forward-thinking leadership environment.
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