SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER
| Posting date: | 04 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 February 2026 |
| Location: | Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS14 9EE |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | b7840fdc-3399-44a1-9b27-8ffb9b5167e6 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
King Edward VI School, Lichfield, is looking to recruit into the post of School Business Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute strategically to a large, well-established school with a strong community ethos and a commitment to excellence for all students.
King Edward VI School is a large, inclusive secondary school with a vibrant Sixth Form, serving a diverse community in the historic cathedral city of Lichfield. We proudly embrace our core values of Aspiration, Belonging, and Collaboration, shaping a welcoming environment where every student can thrive.
Our student body includes a wide range of needs, with around 10.9% eligible for Free School Meals, 8.3% receiving SEN support, and 5.3% from English as an Additional Language backgrounds. We are dedicated to providing an excellent education that supports all learners to achieve their full potential.
As our School Business Manager, you will be a key member of our Senior Leadership Team; your role will be broad and rewarding, encompassing:
• Leading financial planning, budgeting, and reporting to ensure robust financial health and transparency
• Managing contracts, investigating bids and income generation opportunities to support our school’s growth and development
• Overseeing HR, Site Management, Catering, and IT functions, ensuring high standards and efficient operations
• Supporting the Senior Leadership Team with strategic advice that helps drive school improvement and sustainability
• Participation in school events
• Ensuring overall operational excellence
You will be expected to shape systems and processes that directly impact the quality of education and student experience, working closely with Governors, staff, and the wider community.
We are looking for a confident and credible leader who:
• Brings proven experience in management, ideally within a school business or similar environment
• Combines strong financial acumen with excellent organisational and people management skills
• Has a collaborative and inclusive approach, able to build effective relationships across all levels of the school community
• Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous professional growth
• Is passionate about supporting a school that values aspiration, belonging, and collaboration, and who will help us realise our vision for excellence and inclusion
• Able to deliver key day to day priorities alongside managing projects, on time and in budget
Your leadership will help sustain a positive culture where staff and students alike feel supported, motivated, and valued.
As a new member of staff you will be well supported by:
• A welcoming and supportive leadership and governance team
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development
• The chance to be part of a forward-thinking school with a clear vision and ambitious improvement plans
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people in a vibrant community
How to Apply:
Please submit a completed application form and a supporting letter, no more than 2 sides of A4, referencing your skills against the job description. Send applications to: office@keslichfield.org.uk
What the school offers its staff
We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Join us in shaping the future of King Edward VI School and our community.
If you require further information or wish to visit the school, please email office@keslichfield.org.uk
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
King Edward VI School, Lichfield, is looking to recruit into the post of School Business Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute strategically to a large, well-established school with a strong community ethos and a commitment to excellence for all students.
King Edward VI School is a large, inclusive secondary school with a vibrant Sixth Form, serving a diverse community in the historic cathedral city of Lichfield. We proudly embrace our core values of Aspiration, Belonging, and Collaboration, shaping a welcoming environment where every student can thrive.
Our student body includes a wide range of needs, with around 10.9% eligible for Free School Meals, 8.3% receiving SEN support, and 5.3% from English as an Additional Language backgrounds. We are dedicated to providing an excellent education that supports all learners to achieve their full potential.
As our School Business Manager, you will be a key member of our Senior Leadership Team; your role will be broad and rewarding, encompassing:
• Leading financial planning, budgeting, and reporting to ensure robust financial health and transparency
• Managing contracts, investigating bids and income generation opportunities to support our school’s growth and development
• Overseeing HR, Site Management, Catering, and IT functions, ensuring high standards and efficient operations
• Supporting the Senior Leadership Team with strategic advice that helps drive school improvement and sustainability
• Participation in school events
• Ensuring overall operational excellence
You will be expected to shape systems and processes that directly impact the quality of education and student experience, working closely with Governors, staff, and the wider community.
We are looking for a confident and credible leader who:
• Brings proven experience in management, ideally within a school business or similar environment
• Combines strong financial acumen with excellent organisational and people management skills
• Has a collaborative and inclusive approach, able to build effective relationships across all levels of the school community
• Demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous professional growth
• Is passionate about supporting a school that values aspiration, belonging, and collaboration, and who will help us realise our vision for excellence and inclusion
• Able to deliver key day to day priorities alongside managing projects, on time and in budget
Your leadership will help sustain a positive culture where staff and students alike feel supported, motivated, and valued.
As a new member of staff you will be well supported by:
• A welcoming and supportive leadership and governance team
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development
• The chance to be part of a forward-thinking school with a clear vision and ambitious improvement plans
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people in a vibrant community
How to Apply:
Please submit a completed application form and a supporting letter, no more than 2 sides of A4, referencing your skills against the job description. Send applications to: office@keslichfield.org.uk
What the school offers its staff
We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Join us in shaping the future of King Edward VI School and our community.
If you require further information or wish to visit the school, please email office@keslichfield.org.uk
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.