School Business Manager

School Business Manager – Horsham

Engage Education is working with a successful and forward-thinking secondary school in Horsham to recruit an experienced School Business Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and proactive professional to join a supportive school environment and play a key role in leading the operational functions of the school.

The successful candidate will oversee a wide range of support services, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school while supporting high standards across administration, facilities, compliance, and operational management.

About the role:

• Leading and managing the school’s operational and administrative functions
• Line managing support staff across administration, premises, catering, and reprographics
• Overseeing site maintenance, facilities management, and contractor performance
• Acting as the school’s Health & Safety Co-ordinator and Fire Officer
• Managing compliance processes, risk assessments, and emergency planning
• Supporting the effective running of school systems and operational procedures
• Coordinating daily cover arrangements and staff absence processes
• Monitoring outsourced services and ensuring value for money
• Supporting educational visits administration and compliance procedures
• Working closely with senior leaders to improve operational efficiency across the school
• Supporting whole-school events and key school activities where required

About you:

• Previous experience within school business management, operations, or senior administration
• Strong leadership and staff management experience
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Confident managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
• Strong understanding of health & safety and compliance procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident using IT systems and data management tools
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a school environment
• A proactive and professional approach with strong attention to detail

Why choose Engage Education?

• Pay in line with Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), matching permanent staff rates
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Engage consultant
• Free access to CPD training delivered by experienced senior leaders
• £50 referral bonus

How to apply
If this role sounds right for you, please apply below or contact Engage Education directly.

If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we will keep your details on file and support you with future opportunities.

All candidates must hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

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