School Business Manager

Job Vacancy: School Business Manager (Grade 7)
Oak Haven School Specialist SEMH Provision (KS2KS4)

Oak Haven School is a vibrant and nurturing specialist setting for pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, spanning Key Stages 2 to 4. We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated and compassionate School Business Manager to join our dedicated leadership team.

Grade: 7
Contract: Full-time - 37 hours, permanent (term time plus two weeks/all year - open to negotiation for the right candidate)
Location: Oak Haven School, Heywood.

About the Role

The School Business Manager will play a key strategic role in the smooth and effective running of the school. Working closely with the Headteacher and senior leaders, you will lead on financial management, HR processes, site operations, health and safety, and administrative services to ensure the school can continue delivering exceptional support for our pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school’s financial operations, including budgeting, reporting and long-term financial planning
  
• Oversee HR administration, payroll liaison and staff onboarding processes
  
• Manage site maintenance, contracts, procurement and compliance
  
• Ensure the school meets all required health & safety and safeguarding standards
  
• Supervise administrative and support staff
  
• Contribute strategically to school improvement planning and effective resource management
  

What We’re Looking For

• A proactive, organised and solution-focused individual
  
• Experience in school business management or a similar financial/administrative leadership role
  
• Strong understanding of budget management, HR processes and operational compliance
  
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across a multidisciplinary team
  
• A commitment to supporting the ethos of a specialist SEMH school and improving outcomes for vulnerable young people
  

What We Offer

• A supportive and passionate staff team
  
• A positive, child-centred environment
  
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
  
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with SEMH needs

We warmly welcome visits to the school. To arrange a visit please contact: 01706 804178 or office@oakhaven.rochdale.sch.uk

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to Nsestanovic@oakhaven.Rochdale.sch.uk by 11:59pm on Friday 19^th June 2026.

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.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.

Please complete the application form and return to the headteacher at: Nsestanovic@oakhaven.Rochdale.sch.uk

Deadline for applications Friday 19^th June