An independent preparatory school in Richmond is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to join its leadership support team on a 9-month maternity cover contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance or operations professional to play a strategic role within a well-resourced and highly successful school environment.

The School

This independent school educates approximately 550 pupils aged 4–13 and has an excellent reputation for academic achievement, pastoral care, and extracurricular opportunities.

The school benefits from extensive grounds, modern facilities, and a supportive community of staff, pupils, and parents.

The Role

• Leading the finance, HR, administration, and operational functions

• Managing budgets and financial planning

• Overseeing procurement and contract management

• Supporting compliance and risk management

• Leading and developing support staff teams

• Working closely with the Headteacher and governors

Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Previous School Business Management experience

• Strong financial and operational management skills

• Excellent leadership abilities

• Experience within an education setting

• The legal right to work in the UK

Salary, Hours & Benefits

• £48,000 – £58,000 per annum

• 9-month maternity cover

• Full-time

• Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm

• ASAP start

• Free lunches during term time

• Private healthcare cash plan

• Free on-site parking

• Generous pension scheme

• Leadership development opportunities

• Staff wellbeing programme

Apply

Please submit your updated CV for immediate consideration.