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JOB ROLE: School Business Manager (Specialist Education Setting) LOCATION: Southeast England CONTRACT: Permanent SALARY: 70,000-80,000 DAYS IN OFFICE REQUIRED: Full-time, on-site Panoramic Associates is proud to be supporting a high-performing Specialist Education provider in the Southeast of England in their search for a School Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a key leadership role at a pivotal time of growth and transformation. You'll be a driving force behind the operational excellence of the school, overseeing core business functions and shaping long-term strategy alongside a dynamic leadership team. Responsibilities of the Role: Lead and manage core support services including Finance, HR & Payroll, Estates, IT, Admin, Fundraising and Data Protection Act as a strategic partner to the Headteacher and Governors on operational planning and risk management Lead a team of five direct reports, fostering a high-performance culture Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks (e.g. health 'safety, GDPR) To be successful in the role you will have: Proven experience in a similar senior-level role within an educational or charity setting Strong track record in managing multi-disciplinary teams and operational services Strategic leadership skills and the ability to deliver results across complex business areas A solution-focused mindset, with confidence to influence and drive change at SLT level Next Steps This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role with a respected education provider, offering a competitive salary of 70,000-80,000 per annum, depending on experience. You'll be working full-time, on-site , with the chance to make a tangible, long-term impact across the organisation. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead meaningful change in a dynamic and values-driven environment, we want to hear from you. TPBN1_UKTJ