School Business Manager (Interim to Permanent Opportunity)

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The Opportunity

We are working in partnership with a welcoming and forward-thinking school in the Bradford area to recruit an experienced School Business Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join the school on an immediate interim basis, with the potential to transition into a permanent role from September 2026.

This role is ideal for a proactive and highly organised professional who can provide strategic and operational leadership across finance, HR, and school operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on the school's financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
• Oversee HR processes, including recruitment, contracts, and staff wellbeing support
• Manage premises, health & safety, and compliance requirements
• Ensure effective administration systems and operational efficiency
• Support the Senior Leadership Team with strategic planning and decision-making
• Drive best value and cost-efficiency across all school services

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as a School Business Manager or in a similar role within an education setting
• Strong financial management skills (budget planning and monitoring essential)
• Knowledge of school compliance, safeguarding, and operational requirements
• Excellent organisational and leadership abilities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively

What's on Offer

• Immediate start in a supportive and well-led school
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact from day one
• Competitive daily rate / salary (dependent on experience)
• Potential for a permanent contract from September 2026

How to Apply

If you are an experienced School Business Manager available for an immediate start and interested in securing a longer-term role, we would love to hear from you.

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'