Salary: To be determined dependent on successful candidate
Contract: 37 hours per week (full year including school closure periods)
Location: Swiss Cottage, London Borough of Camden, NW3 3AQ
Start Date: As soon as possible, depending on notice period
Closing Date: Monday 21 April 2025 at 3pm
We are seeking to appoint an experienced, dynamic and highly motivated School Business Manager to join our supportive and forward thinking team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of Finance, Facilities, Compliance and Health & Safety. They will have strong financial management skills; successful leadership and management experience in a school setting; and excellent interpersonal skills.
The successful candidate will be working at a strategic level to improve outcomes for students through:
- Overseeing financial management and budgeting for the school;
- Formulating the long-term business and financial strategy for the school;
- Managing procurement and supplier relationships;
- Developing administrative procedures for the school and to be responsible for maintaining and operating agreed procedures in order to ensure that all statutory requirements are met, including GDPR;
- Proactively seeking opportunities for income generation and ensure best value in all aspects of procurement and resource management;
- Ensuring the school adheres to all health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and risk assessments;
- Overseeing the maintenance and development of school facilities, ensuring a safe and conducive learning environment for all students.
We Offer:
- State-of-the-art classroom technology – including our unique Superstudios;
- Unlimited access to opportunities for self-development and intensive weekly CPL;
- An exclusive partnership with UCL where staff have access to unrivalled University libraries and resources;
- A generous health care plan;
- A free Employee Assistance Programme that offers free private counselling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and discounted membership at over 2,000 gyms nationwide;
- A sheltered bike storage facility for those who wish to cycle to work and a generous Cycle to Work scheme;
- An ambitious and forward thinking ethos.
How To Apply
To apply please complete and submit a detailed application form, through the link provided below. If you have any questions regarding the role you may contact HR on 0207 449 3080 (ext. 2162) for further information. Your application is a direct application to The UCL Academy.
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to receipt of satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, pre-employment checks and a probation period.
Please note that if you have not heard from the Academy within 2 weeks after the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful. We may interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised. The Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advertised closing date, therefore early application is advised.
Vacancy Downloads
School Business Manager Job Description
The UCL Academy Staff Support & Benefits Handbook
The UCL Academy Application Form
