Location: Rochdale, Manchester Start Date: Monday 23rd February 2026 Contract: Full-time Pay rate: Depending on experience Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pmAbout the college: We are looking for an experienced School Business Manager to manage financial, HR, and operational services in a specialist SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) school. You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the school, supporting the leadership team with budgeting, staffing, facilities management, and compliance to provide a positive environment for students with SEMH needs.About the role:Oversee school finances, including budgeting, financial reporting, and forecasting.Lead HR processes, including recruitment, payroll, and staff wellbeing.Manage school facilities and ensure health and safety compliance.Provide strategic support to leadership on financial planning and resource allocation.Oversee procurement and lead funding applications. What We''re Looking For:Experience in school business management or a similar senior role.Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 4 School Business Manager or equivalent).Strong financial, HR, and operational management experience.Knowledge of SEMH and the unique needs of students in specialist settings.Excellent communication and organizational skills.A proactive, solution-oriented approach to school operations. To be eligible you must:Hold Right to Work in the UKHold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the onlin