Job Description

School Business Manager - Ealing Alternative Provision

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by Claire Duffy November 20, 2025November 20, 2025

Contract: 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year (all year round).

To start ASAP.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to work as part of a innovative, forward thinking team, helping to lead an exceptionally successful school and support the growing demands of Alternative Provision offered in Ealing.





We are looking for an experienced and highly effective SBM who has energy, drive, enthusiasm and ambition, to join our dedicated Senior Leadership Team.



Becoming part of the team at EAP will give you the opportunity to make a difference to the education and outcomes of young people in Ealing, and provide you with a vast array of opportunities to pursue your passion for education.
+ We work collaboratively with local and national schools, alongside externa agencies and DfE partnerships. + Has proven leadership experience in financial and/or operational leadership, preferably with strong working knowledge of school policies, compliance frameworks, and school operations. + Brings sound financial and commercial judgement, with the ability to lead business planning and deliver services effectively in a complex educational setting. + Can confidently lead and develop high-performing teams across multiple operational functions. + Is solutions-focused and collaborative, with the ability to work closely with the Head to deliver the school's strategic priorities. + Has an understanding of how operational functions underpin outstanding teaching, learning and pupil experience. + Is eager to make an impact in education and willing to contribute to then wider life of our dynamic school. + Will become, and advocate for the exemplary ethos and values of EAP in the wider community.




The successful candidate will act as a trusted strategic partner to the Headteacher, with a key role in driving operational excellence, inspection readiness, and long-term planning. With oversight of finance, compliance, infrastructure and services, will ensure that the school's resources and support functions are aligned with its strategic objectives and educational vision.



The school is committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced

Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-checking-service-guidance-2.



Please note we do not accept CVs, and these will not be shortlisted.
Interview Date TBC, All year-round position.
Closing Date 05/12/2025
Application forms to be emailed to: cduffy@eap.ealing.sch.uk