School Business Manager

School Business Manager – SEN Setting – Luton Salary: £40,000–£45,000 (DOE) Hours: 8:00am–4:00pm (Full-time, 1-hour lunch) We’re recruiting an experienced School Business Manager to join a well-established SEN school in Luton. This is a full-time, permanent position, forming a key part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). The Role You will play a central role in the financial, operational and strategic leadership of the school—ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and contributing to long-term development and improvement. Key Responsibilities * Oversee school finances, budgeting and reporting * Lead on HR, operations and site management * Work collaboratively as part of the SLT * Support strategic planning and whole-school improvement * Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements Essential Experience * Experience as a School Business Manager (preferably within an SEN setting) * Confident using Arbor * Experience with IRIS Financials (formerly PSF) * Strong organisational and leadership skills * Ability to work proactively within a fast-paced school environment Desirable * PRINCE or Team Teach training If you’re a proactive, solutions-focused School Business Manager looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to discuss the role in more detail