SEN College- Business Manager

Job Description:
Are you an experienced and highly organised Business Manager looking for an exciting leadership opportunity within education?
Create Education are working with an excellent SEN College who are seeking a proactive and dedicated College Business Manager to lead and develop the college’s financial, administrative, HR, compliance, and premises functions. This is a pivotal role working closely with the Principal and Board to ensure the smooth and effective operation of the college.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional with strong financial and operational experience who is passionate about supporting education and making a meaningful impact within a collaborative college environment.

The Role
As College Business Manager, you will oversee the college’s administrative and financial systems, manage support staff, coordinate HR and compliance processes, and ensure the college site and facilities are maintained to a high standard.
You will play a key role in strategic planning, governance, safeguarding, operational efficiency, and supporting the wider leadership team.

Responsibilities Include:

Managing the college accounting function and financial procedures
Preparing annual budgets, financial reports, and management accounts
Monitoring expenditure and ensuring financial compliance
Liaising with auditors, the DfE, and external agencies
Managing payroll, pensions, invoices, contracts, and procurement
Supporting income generation and contract management
Managing recruitment, onboarding, DBS checks, and contracts
Maintaining the Single Central Record and confidential staff records
Supporting staff development, appraisal, and training
Managing administrative and premises staff
Overseeing maintenance, health & safety, fire safety, and site security
Managing building projects, contractors, and premises development
Coordinating lettings and community use of college facilities
Managing all college administrative functions and MIS systems
Acting as Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Coordinating statutory returns, ILR submissions, and exams administration
Supporting governance through board meeting administration and reportingWhat We’re Looking For:

Strong finance and personnel management experience
Experience within a school, college, or public sector environment
Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills
Knowledge of budgeting, payroll, HR procedures, and compliance
Confidence managing databases, MIS systems, and administrative networks
Ability to build positive relationships with staff, students, parents, and external agencies
Awareness of DfE funding and education sector procedures
Relevant finance, accounting, HR, or School Business Management qualification desirable
Commitment to safeguarding, equality, confidentiality, and excellent customer careSafeguarding
Create Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment procedures.

How to Apply
If you are an experienced and motivated Business Manager ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. For more info email (url removed)
Apply today with your CV and supporting information.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Temp to perm
Start: June or September

Work Location: In person

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications