School Business Manager

About the role

School Business Manager - Full time

Scale - L15-19 (£73,105 - £80,655)

Start date: January 2026 (or earlier if available)

Hitchin Girls’ School is a high performing school, graded Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted, where we provide an exceptional experience for all of our students from 11-18. We have high level provision for teaching and learning and provide the greatest level of care and support for all students and our staff. Situated in the picturesque and historic market town of Hitchin, it is conveniently located in the beautiful countryside just 25 minutes from London by train and with easy access to motorways and airports.

We are seeking a talented and passionate individual to join our team as a School Business Manager from January 2026. The School Business Manager will oversee a wide operational remit including Finance, ICT, Human Resources, Facility and Property Management, Administration and Health and Safety. As a member of the Senior Leadership Group, they will make a significant contribution to the strategic leadership of the School, with specific responsibility for directing and developing support services and ensuring that appropriate support for teaching and learning is in place.

We can offer you:

• a secure, supportive environment with a full induction programme for all new staff

• outstanding professional development and future career opportunities

• a positive working environment within an extremely well-resourced school

• the chance to work with exceptionally committed colleagues who have high expectations of students

• an active focus on staff well-being, supporting staff throughout the year with various treats/initiatives

• access to the school’s children of staff admission rule

• a cycle to work scheme

This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who wants to join a high performing school and gain significant experience to further enhance their career.

How to Apply:

Please forward your application to Sarah Boylan, PA to the Headteacher, at recruitment@hgs.herts.sch.uk. If you would like to discuss the vacancy prior to applying then please contact Julia Shaw, the outgoing Director of Finance & Resources, at the school on 01462 621300. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 30th September, 10am. Interviews will take place on Wednesday 8th October.

Hitchin Girls' School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants for the above post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers, prohibition checks, online checks, a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service, the right to work in the UK and a satisfactory health check. Any employment offer will be subject to the successful completion of these background screening checks. Hitchin Girls’ School is committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates and encourage those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics, to apply.