About Us

Rocklands School is a 135 place Generic Primary Special School for pupils aged 2 – 11 years with a range of needs, located within the Cathedral City of Lichfield. We are a part of Manor Hall Academy Trust, which is an expanding Multi-Academy Trust, uniquely founded by a collaboration of special schools, united by a shared ethos, values, and collective aspirations. Guided by our commitment that Everyone Belongs, Learns and Grows, it truly is a special place to work. At the heart of our approach is mutual respect, where the exchange of best practice, expertise, support, and challenge thrives. We maintain high expectations across all aspects of our work, ensuring continuous growth and improvement.

 Why Join us?

Rocklands School is a vibrant, nurturing and forward-thinking SEND school where relationships, inclusion and ambition sit at the heart of everything we do. Visitors consistently describe our school as energising, welcoming and truly special, with a passionate team committed to making a difference.

As our School Business Manager, you will play a vital strategic role in shaping the future of the school. Working closely with the Headteacher, governors and the wider Manor Hall Academy Trust.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking school that values collaboration, professional development and wellbeing. You will be part of a committed and supportive team, with opportunities to contribute to wider trust initiatives and influence strategic direction.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an organised and proactive School Business Manager to drive operational excellence across finance, HR and site management

In this varied role, you will lead on key administrative, finance and payroll processes, ensuring accurate record keeping, efficient systems and full compliance with Trust procedures. 

You will support budgeting, financial monitoring, monthly reconciliations, and the day to day running of HR, and payroll tasks, including maintaining staff records, safer recruitment checks and payroll submissions. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and the Trust’s Central Support Team, you will help ensure the school operates efficiently and continues to provide a highquality service to staff, pupils and families. You will support on estate and facilities management.

 If you are detail‑focused, adaptable, and enjoy working in a busy school environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact.

 We are looking for someone who is:

•        Organised, methodical and attentive to detail
•        Experienced in finance and administrative processes
•        Confident with ICT systems
•         Proactive and able to take responsibility
•         Skilled in managing confidential information
•         A supportive team member
•         Customer‑focused, with a friendly, professional and respectful approach when dealing with staff, pupils, families and external stakeholders.
•         Adaptable and open to change
•         An effective communicator, able to provide clear information, guidance and support to others.
•         Committed to high standards, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and consistent quality across all administrative, finance and HR tasks.
•         Motivated to work in a school environment

 We Can Offer

•         Hybrid working, subject to local agreement
•          25 days annual leave plus 2 additional Trust Discretionary days, plus bank holidays (pro-rata), increasing with service
•          Excellent working environment
•          Generous local government pension scheme
•          Tech & Cycle to Work Schemes
•          Health and wellbeing support including ‘Think Well’, fast track counselling service & Physiotherapy
•          Eye-sight testing
•          Retail discounts in supermarkets, high street shops, restaurants and days out

 How to Apply

Please apply via My New Term. We will acknowledge receipt of your application and notify you if you are shortlisted for an interview. We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and actively interviewing, so we reserve the right to close the vacancy once we find the right candidate.

 For an informal discussion about the role please contact the Headteacher, Jane Mackin on jane.mackin@rocklands.mhat.org.uk, or to arrange a visit to Rocklands please contact us on 01543 548700.

 Guaranteed Interview Scheme

As a ‘Disability Confident’ employer, we are committed to ensuring disabled candidates are included in our recruitment process. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria of the role, we will invite you to interview. Please let us know if you are eligible for this scheme at the application stage.

 Don’t meet every single requirement?

At Manor Hall Trust, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the perfect candidate for this or another role within our organisation.

 If you are successful after shortlisting, you will be provided with the full details of the recruitment and selection process, together will the timeline.

 We look forward to receiving your application!

·       By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2025.

·       Please note this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, Online checks and satisfactory references prior to interview.

·       You will find our policies (including Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment and Disclosure of a Criminal Conviction) here - Policies - Rocklands School