Permanent Opportunity| School Setting | Derby
Salary: Up to £36,500 per annum
We are recruiting an School Business/Operations Manager on behalf of a school in Derby to oversee the effective delivery of HR, finance, estates, IT, and administrative operations.
This is a key role supporting senior leaders and managing the school’s administration team, ensuring robust systems, compliance, and high operational standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the school administration team
- Act as the main point of contact for HR, Finance, Estates, IT, and H&S
- Manage recruitment and HR administration, including Safer Recruitment and SCR
- Oversee absence management, payroll checks, and HR reporting
- Monitor budgets, procurement, invoicing, and financial reporting
- Support estates operations, risk assessments, and compliance
- Coordinate IT support and system processes
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, employment law, Trust policies, and GDPR
About You:
- Experience in HR, finance, and estates operations (education or similar setting)
- Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills
- Confident managing systems, compliance, and operational processes
- High attention to detail and professional discretion
Desirable:
- Experience in a school or MAT environment
- Qualifications in School Business Management, HR, or Leadership
To apply or find out more, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
INDJUN
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £33,000.00-£36,500.00 per year
Work Location: In person
