Business Manager with Education or Teacher Training Experience - Reed : Job Details

This Isn’t Your Average Business Manager Role – It’s So Much More!

Are you a dynamic, driven Business Manager with a flair for project management and a sharp operational mindset? If you're ready to make a real impact, we want to hear from you!

An outstanding Teaching Hub in vibrant East London is on the lookout for a passionate and proactive Business Manager to join their team for a long-term temporary - fixed term contract.

Potential Start: End of this academic year

Location: East London (with fantastic transport connections)

Hours Per Week: 28 hours a week (4 days a week onsite)

Working hours: 08.00-16.00/09.00-17.00 - Flexible

Hourly rate: £27.00 - £28.00ph PAYE

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings expertise in:

• Team Leadership
•  Financial Oversight
• Operational Excellence
• Project Management

This role is hands-on and high-impact – you’ll be right at the heart of the action, supporting a dedicated admin team, building strong relationships with HR, and leading weekly update meetings to keep everything running smoothly.

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of something meaningful, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Business Management Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Compliance

• Advise Directors on business, operational, and financial strategies to support sustainable growth.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, IT, and Premises to align business functions with organizational goals.
• Ensure legal compliance and readiness for regulatory inspections in collaboration with finance leads.
• Monitor sector trends to identify opportunities and risks, maintaining financial viability.
• Lead strategic initiatives with a hands-on approach, embedding the organization’s vision and values.

Operations Management

• Lead the central services team to deliver responsive, high-quality support.
• Streamline processes to improve engagement, efficiency, and communication.
• Maintain accurate data for DfE KPI reporting and manage a detailed operations calendar.
• Oversee recruitment and ensure compliance with statutory and internal policies.
• Ensure high-quality, compliant training provision and outcomes.
• Act as strategic lead for a programme strand, ensuring contextual relevance and quality.
• Provide executive support to Directors and participate in governance and operational meetings.

Financial Management

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and reporting in partnership with finance teams.
• Ensure accurate data collection to support income generation.
• Manage procurement, contracts, and financial systems in line with Trust policies.
• Conduct regular budget reviews and reporting to senior leaders and finance stakeholders.
• Oversee bursary and tuition fee administration, ensuring accuracy and stakeholder coordination.
• Support audit processes and annual budget preparation with internal and external partners.
• Manage Appropriate Body Services finances and customer engagement.

Familiarity with the education and teacher training sector is desirable but not essential. A willingness to learn and a commitment to our values are key.

Please note: A satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure is required to be considered for this post.More detailed information will be shared upon application.