Teachwise is currently looking for a skilled and experienced business & finance manager for a local secondary academy based in Manchester. The role will begin in January 2026 and will continue on a full-time basis.
The position will involve leading on all aspects of financial management and strategic planning. You will also be responsible for administrative oversight and you will need to have excellent communication skills.
The role will involve working closely with the principal, SLT and a variety of other 3rd parties, both internal and external.
Key skills:
- Experience working as a business manager/finance manager
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to engage and build rapport quickly
- Experience of working within schools
- Ability to identify and resolve a multitude of issues
- Strong team player
- A driven individual who can lead from the front
- An analytic approach
- Experience managing budgets, compliance and reporting
- Available for work from January on a full-time basis
- Hold right to work in the UK
- Hold an enhanced DBS certificate on the update service
In return, you will benefit from a competitive salary based upon experience, ongoing CPD and a pension. The academy has a modern build with state of the art facilities throughout, free parking and a passionate and experienced team dedicated to improvement.
If this sounds like you and you are looking for your next role as a business & finance manager from January at a secondary academy in Manchester, get in touch today.