School Experience Required | SIMS, Bromcom or Arbor

We are supporting a school in the appointment of an experienced School Business Manager to oversee the operational, financial, and administrative functions of the school. This role is strictly suited to candidates who have previous experience working within a school or multi-academy trust and are confident using school MIS systems.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to ensure the school runs efficiently, compliantly, and in line with education sector requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the school’s business and operational functions

Manage budgets, financial processes, and procurement activity

Use and maintain school systems such as SIMS, Bromcom, and/or Arbor

Oversee HR administration, staffing records, and contracts

Ensure compliance with education regulations, audits, and policies

Manage premises, health & safety, and external suppliers

Prepare reports for SLT and Governors

Line-manage finance or administrative staff where applicable

The Successful Candidate Will:

Have proven experience as a School Business Manager or similar role within a school or MAT

Be confident using SIMS, Bromcom, or Arbor for school operations and reporting

Have a strong understanding of school finance, HR, and compliance

Be highly organised and able to manage competing priorities

Communicate effectively with staff, governors, and external stakeholders

Understand safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection within schools

Why Join This School?

A vital leadership-support role within a school setting

Opportunity to make a real impact on school operations

Supportive and professional working environment

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.