School Business Manager (SBM) – Outstanding Secondary School – Winchester (Hampshire)

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

We are seeking an experienced and strategic School Business Manager to join an Outstanding secondary school in Winchester. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to play a key part in the operational and financial success of a high-performing school.

The successful candidate will lead on finance, HR, administration and site management, ensuring all business functions run efficiently. You will work closely with the senior leadership team to support school improvement and long-term planning.

This role requires strong leadership, financial expertise and excellent organisational skills.

School Information:
This is an 11 to 18 well-established, Outstanding Ofsted Rated School in Winchester with a strong commitment to high standards, student wellbeing and continuous improvement. The school serves a diverse and ambitious community and is known for its supportive ethos. Students are respectful, motivated and eager to succeed, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment.

Staff benefit from a collaborative professional culture, strong leadership and a clear focus on development.

Key Responsibilities:
• Lead financial planning and budget management
• Oversee HR processes and recruitment
• Manage school operations and facilities
• Ensure compliance with regulations
• Support strategic planning
• Line manage support staff

Requirements:
• Relevant qualification in business or finance
• Leadership experience
• Strong financial and organisational skills
• Excellent communication
• Strategic thinking ability
• School experience (desirable)

Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible