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School Business Manager - Large Multi-Academy Trust...

Do you want to join a thriving academy with exceptional facilities and a strong reputation for efficiency and innovation?

  • School Business Manager

  • Permanent | Full time

  • January 2026 start

  • Highly effective Business & Operations Services team

A successful and well-regarded academy in Slough is looking for a School Business Manager to join them from January 2026 . The school welcomes applications from experienced SBMs and professionals with transferable leadership experience from corporate, public-sector, or education settings.

School Information

This large, diverse secondary school (11–18) is part of a highly respected Multi-Academy Trust and is rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. It serves around 1,500 students and is known for exceptional pastoral support, strong outcomes at GCSE and A-Level, and a commitment to community development.

Located near major transport links including the M4 corridor and direct trains into London, it is easily commutable from Berkshire, West London, Reading, Windsor, and Buckinghamshire.

The Operations team includes Finance, HR, Estates & Premises, IT, Data, and Administration. The SBM will lead operational strategy, oversee budgets, ensure high-quality compliance, and support long-term school improvement planning. The trust offers extensive support, shared services, and excellent professional development.

The academy features upgraded science labs, modern IT suites, dedicated SEN spaces, a professional theatre, and outstanding sporting facilities. Staff wellbeing initiatives and professional development frameworks are well established, making it a highly attractive place to work.

Experience and Qualifications

  • Experience as a School Business Manager or in a senior operations/finance leadership role

  • Strong financial management, budgeting, procurement, and compliance experience

  • Knowledge of HR, premises, health & safety, and GDPR requirements

  • Professional qualifications (AAT, CIPFA, CSBM, DSBM) advantageous

  • Ability to manage multiple teams and collaborate effectively with SLT and Trust leads

Salary

Salary for this School Business Manager role will be paid to scale , depending on experience.

Application – School Business Manager

Please submit your application for this School Business Manager position as soon as possible.

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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