Foxfield School (On-Site)
Permanent, Full time
Enhanced DBS check required
£39,186 - £42,403
52 Weeks Per Year
36 Hours Per Week 52 Weeks Per Year
P05
Are you passionate about making a difference in a unique and supportive educational environment?
Foxfield Special Needs School is looking for a dynamic, dedicated, and experienced School Business Manager to join our leadership team. At Foxfield, we provide exceptional education and care for students with special educational needs, ensuring every child is supported to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management: Assist with the schools budget, ensuring the effective allocation of resources and financial planning.
HR Management: Lead on recruitment, staff contracts, payroll, and ensuring compliance with employment legislation.Health & Safety: Ensure the school complies with all health, safety, and safeguarding regulations.
Premises & Facilities Management: Oversee the maintenance and improvement of the schools premises to provide a safe and welcoming learning environment.
Strategic Leadership: Work closely with the senior leadership team to drive the schools vision and development.
What We're Looking For:
Proven experience in business or financial management, ideally in an educational setting.
Strong leadership and organizational skills.
A commitment to supporting the special needs community.
Excellent communication skills to liaise with staff, parents, governors, and external agencies.
Knowledge of school finance systems and HR processes is an advantage.
Why Join Foxfield?
A friendly and supportive team dedicated to enhancing the lives of our students.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
A chance to make a real impact in a school that values inclusion, care, and progress.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability.
If you would like to visit the school please contact the school office on 0151 641 8810.
Application Process: To apply, please send attached application form alongside and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role to HR@foxfieldschool.co.uk by Friday 8th November 2024.
Guidance_on_the_use_of_the_equality_and_diversity_form.pdf
Job_application_-_School_-_Disclosure_form-_June_2024.pdf
Job_application_-_School_-_Monitoring_of_Equality_and_Diversity-_June_2024.pdf
SMB_M23_oct_24.pdf
Job_Description_Business_Manager_oct_24.pdf