School Business Manager | Leading Independent School |...

Marchant Recruitment
Richmond, Greater London

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced School Business Manager to join a prestigious Independent School in Richmond upon Thames from October Half Term 2026.

Renowned for its academic excellence, outstanding facilities and exceptional pastoral care, the school is seeking a strategic and commercially minded professional to oversee its business operations. Working closely with the Head and Senior Leadership Team, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the school's long-term success by leading its financial, operational and administrative functions.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking independent school that invests in its staff and offers a collaborative environment where innovation, professionalism and continuous improvement are encouraged.

The Role

The School Business Manager will provide strategic leadership across the school's business operations, ensuring efficient and effective management of resources.

Responsibilities include:

  • Leading the school's financial planning, budgeting and procurement

  • Overseeing HR administration, recruitment and operational policies

  • Managing premises, facilities and health & safety compliance

  • Monitoring contracts and relationships with external suppliers

  • Supporting strategic planning alongside the Head and Senior Leadership Team

  • Ensuring compliance with financial, legal and regulatory requirements

  • Leading and developing the school's administration and support teams

About the School

This leading Independent School is recognised for its outstanding academic results, small class sizes and commitment to providing an exceptional educational experience. Staff benefit from a supportive and professional environment where collaboration is encouraged, achievements are recognised and high-quality professional development is readily available.

The Successful Candidate

The school is seeking an experienced business or operations professional with strong financial and organisational leadership skills.

Previous experience as a School Business Manager, Operations Manager, Business Manager or within a senior finance or administrative role is highly desirable. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, commercially aware and confident managing multiple priorities within a busy educational environment.

Salary & Benefits

  • £55,000 – £70,000 per annum

  • Full-time, permanent position

  • October Half Term 2026 start

  • Generous pension scheme

  • Outstanding professional development opportunities

  • Free on-site parking and complimentary staff meals

  • Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives

  • Excellent transport links

Apply

The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.

This is a superb opportunity to join one of London's leading independent schools, where your leadership and operational expertise will help shape the continued success of an outstanding educational community. Apply today.

Posted 2026-08-04

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