School Business Manager

Are you an ambitious professional who wants to make a real difference in education?
At Holly House, we’re a community that builds ambition to achieve potential. We’re seeking a strategic, organised, and resilient School Business Manager to join our leadership team and ensure the effective management of our school’s business operations.

In this vital role, you’ll lead on finance, HR, premises, and compliance, ensuring resources are used efficiently to support outstanding outcomes for pupils. You’ll work closely with the Headteacher and senior leaders to develop budgets, manage contracts, oversee procurement, and maintain robust systems that meet statutory requirements. Your expertise will help us create a safe, sustainable, and well-resourced environment where every child can thrive.

Our vision is to nurture independence, happiness, and a sense of value in every child. We believe in Relationship, Respect, and Responsibility, and our collaborative approach ensures every member of our community is supported. You’ll join a forward-thinking team committed to high expectations, inclusion, and continuous professional growth.

We offer:

• A dynamic, supportive environment
• Ongoing CPD and opportunities to innovate
• A role where your impact is visible every day

You are:

• Experienced in school business management or a similar leadership role
• Skilled in finance, HR, and compliance processes
• Organised, analytical, and solutions-focused
• Committed to teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement

Ready to make a difference behind the scenes and help our school achieve its potential?

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit prior to application, please call 01246 450530 to make an appointment

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.