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Business Manager

Location: East London / Essex
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: £36,295 - £47,882 actual
Hours: 37 hours per week, term time + INSET days + 3 weeks during school holidays

A Strategic Leadership Role at the Heart of School Operations

Think Education Partners is supporting a forward‑thinking academy to appoint an experienced Business Manager, a key leadership role responsible for driving high‑quality operations across finance, HR, ICT, administration, facilities, and wider school services.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled professional who thrives on responsibility, enjoys variety, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to a school community.

The Role

As the academy’s Business Manager, you will provide strategic leadership and operational excellence across all non‑teaching functions. Working closely with the Head of School and Catalyst Academies Trust, you will ensure that resources, systems, and services are efficient, compliant, and aligned with the school’s educational vision.

You will lead on:

* Strategic Leadership

* Finance

* HR

* Administration & ICT

* Facilities, Health & Safety & Lettings

* Catering

Who the school are looking for

A confident, organised, and solutions‑focused leader who:

* Has strong experience in school business management or a similar operational leadership role

* Can manage complex systems with accuracy and integrity

* Communicates clearly and builds positive relationships across staff, governors, and external partners

* Thrives in a busy, varied environment

* Has a genuine interest in education and supporting school communities

Why work with Think Education Partners

At Think Education Partners, we take a people‑first approach. We work closely with local schools and professionals to ensure the right fit, not just for the role, but for the culture and long‑term vision.

You can expect honest communication, a supportive process, and a recruitment partner who genuinely cares about your next step