School Business Manager

School Business Manager Location: North London Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Full-time, Long-term Rate: Negotiable depending on experience

A specialist education setting in London is looking for an experienced School Business Manager to join the team on a full-time basis from September 2026.

This School Business Manager role would suit an experienced school or education professional with strong knowledge of finance, administration and operational management. The successful School Business Manager will play an important role in ensuring the effective day-to-day running of the school and its resources. School Business Manager - The Role As a School Business Manager based in London, the successful candidate will oversee a range of financial, administrative and operational functions across the school.

The School Business Manager will support the leadership team with

Managing school finances, budgets and expenditure

Monitoring financial records and preparing reports

Supporting budget planning and forecasting

Managing purchasing, suppliers and contracts

Overseeing administrative and operational processes

Supporting HR and staff administration

Managing premises, facilities and health and safety processes

Ensuring effective use of school resources

Supporting compliance with relevant school policies and procedures

Working closely with senior leaders, staff, suppliers and external contacts

School Business Manager - About You The school is looking for a School Business Manager with strong organisational, financial and administrative experience and the ability to manage a varied workload.

Previous experience as a School Business Manager, School Finance Manager, School Operations Manager, Business Manager or in a similar education-based role would be beneficial.

The successful School Business Manager will have

Experience managing budgets and financial processes

Strong administration and organisational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Good knowledge of school operations and compliance

Confidence using financial and administrative systems

The ability to manage confidential information appropriately

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Experience working within a school or education setting is desirable

The ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines

School Business Manager - London This is a full-time School Business Manager position based in London, starting in September 2026.

The successful School Business Manager will join a specialist education environment supporting autistic children and young people. The organisation operates specialist schools and colleges across London and the South East, including settings supporting learners from early years through to young adulthood.

The School Business Manager will have an important role in maintaining effective financial, administrative and operational systems across the setting.

Rate: Negotiable depending on experience.

If you are an experienced School Business Manager looking for a full-time opportunity in London, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Reeson Education

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%