School Business Manager

Overview

The Business Manager is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), responsible for the strategic and operational management of all non-teaching functions of the school. The SBM is responsible for providing leadership and management of school support staff. Responsibilities included finance, HR, compliance, health and safety, site and administration to ensure the school runs efficiently and supports its educational objectives.

Reports to: Head and SLT

Responsible for:

• Administration Team
• Site Management Team
• Contractors, i.e. Cleaning/Catering/Grounds Contractors

Hours, Salary & Benefits:

 

Job Description:

As School Business Manager you will be responsible for:

• Strategic Leadership
• Financial Management
• Regulatory Compliance, including Health & Safety
• Human Resource Management
• Facilities & Property Management
• Administration & IT

 

Person Specification:

• Good general education, including GCSE in Maths and English
• Willingness to undertake further training, as required
• Experience of managing staff
• Understanding of health and safety legal requirements
• Ability to communicate confidently with all stakeholders and think strategically
• Strong IT skills, including a good working knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure
• Ability to think creatively and problem-solve
• Ability to work independently with initiative and as a team member

 

 

Application Form

Candidate Pack

 

 

Location

St David’s Prep
Justin Hall,
Beckenham Road,
Kent,
BR4 0QS

Salary: Competitive

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Start date: 01 September 2026

Apply by: 6th March 2026

 

 

How to Apply

Applicants should apply using the Application Form and email this to hr@wishford.co.uk.

St David’s Prep School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Candidates must be prepared to undergo appropriate pre-appointment child protection screening.

Wishford schools are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Appointments will be made solely on merit and will be made without regard to age, disability, gender, nationality, race, colour, ethnicity, or religion.

 

 

St David’s Prep

St David’s Prep is an independent prep school situated in West Wickham. It is a selective, co-educational day school with a happy family atmosphere. We cater for children from 3 to 11 years old. Our aim is to develop the academic and social potential of each child to the full.

St David’s is a member of Wishford Schools. Under the leadership of Head, Julia Foulger the school opened a new building in Autumn 2026 with investment and support from the Wishford Group. This development has provided us with eight spacious new classrooms, inspiring outdoor learning spaces, a library, breakout space, and a new kitchen. In addition, several other spaces have been repurposed and upgraded, including a music studio and two practice rooms.