Job Description

40,000-45,000 FTE (38,000-40,000 actual pay)

Role Overview

Hartmore School is an exciting and thriving SEN school, currently undergoing significant developments as we expand the support and opportunities we provide for children across the sector. As a successful and friendly school, we offer rewarding and stimulating learning experiences that make a real difference to our pupils' academic progress and personal growth. With four provisions across three sites, we are supported by a cohesive and structured leadership team, and we are looking for a School Business Manager who is enthusiastic, passionate, and ready to contribute to the continued growth and success of our school community.

As an overview the successful candidate will:

Actively model and promote the values and ethos of the School.

Be responsible for strategic planning in relation to the business and support services of the School, including all financial implications, and ensuring that the School uses its resources effectively and efficiently at all times.

As a member of the Leadership Team to be responsible for: creating and delivering a shared corporate strategic vision; raising standards of learning and teaching; building capacity across the workforce; improving organisation structures and functions so the school remains fit for purpose; building and sustaining effective relationships and communications strategies; working with the community and other services to improve the outcomes and well being of pupils.

To generate and co-ordinate new income streams which are supportive of the ethos of the school.

To monitor and manage the admissions and referrals of pupils to the school and liaise with LA SEND Commissioning teams.

Maintain accurate pupil records, including attendance, medical, and safeguarding information on a Management Information System (Bromcom).

To lead public examinations for the school.

What we are looking for:
Someone who places the child firmly at the centre of everything they do.

An individual with a track record of excellent in organisation, planning and strategic development.

Experience and confidence working in a customer faced environment.

The ability to work both independently and collaboratly within the wider leadership team.

A creative and innovative individual with a positive demeanour to assist both teachers and learners.

A caring and emotionally resilient nature, with a strong commitment to safeguarding.

Right to work in the UK.

21 years of age or older.

Enhanced DBS clearance (company funded).??

What We Offer

???Our family-friendly policies are designed to support you in managing both your career and your personal life, ensuring you have the flexibility and peace of mind to thrive at work and at home. Our childcare assistance policy enabling you to claim back up to 50% of your childcare costs. ???

Each of our team members benefit from Medicash, receiving cash back for medical and wellbeing appointments such as dental treatment, check-ups, 24hr availability on virtual GP appointments, mental health support and cover for dependants (subject to your chosen plan).

Our term dates are in line with other Gloucestershire schools allowing you 13 weeks leave in the academic holidays and a shorter working day.

Sick pay, company pension, employee assistance programme in addition to a generous refer a friend scheme.

On-site parking, supportive and collaborative work environment built on a positive company culture that includes team building and monthly initiatives.

Hartmore Education is a small, dedicated organisation with a strong sense of purpose and community. We value compassion, reliability, and professional integrity.

If you're looking for a rewarding role that makes a real difference, we encourage you to apply.?

Please complete the application form which can be found on the Hartmore School Website under current vacancies and return to schooloffice @hartmoreschool.co.uk (no spaces in the email address) along with a covering letter.

For any further queries or to discuss the role in more depth please contact Mike Bennett 01452 700942

Please Note:

Interviews to be held week commencing Monday 17th of November 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 38,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person