Business and Finance Manager Who we are : The National Autistic Society is the UK’s leading charity for autistic people. Since 1962, we’ve been transforming lives, changing attitudes and helping to create a society that works for autistic adults and children. We transform lives by providing support, guidance and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK, as well as their three million family members and carers. Autistic people turn to us at key moments or challenging times in their lives, be it getting a diagnosis, going to school or finding work. We change attitudes by improving public understanding of autism and the difficulties many autistic people face. We also work closely with businesses, local authorities and government to help them provide more autism-friendly spaces, deliver better services and improve laws. We have come a long way but it is not good enough. There is still so much to do to increase opportunities, reduce social isolation and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum. With your help, we can make it happen. At the National Autistic Society, we have developed our education offer into a diverse network of independent schools and programmes which are relied upon by hundreds of people across the UK. We provide a wide range of services to support autistic children and young people. We improve and enhance education, care and experiences to help autistic children and young people fulfil their potential. Visit our website to find out more about who we are and what we do: https://www.autism.org.uk/ Who we are looking for : We are looking to appoint a Business and Finance Manager who will be responsible for the service administration and operational business management of Radlett Lodge School. You will be part of the Senior Leadership Team and will work in collaboration with other members of the administrative and finance teams both at Radlett Lodge School (RLS) and in the wider National Autistic Society (NAS). Main Job Responsibilities: RLS is one of four schools run by the NAS and as such you will be responsible for making and supporting all financial and business decisions at our local (school) level, including: Support local management in the development of annual budgets Provide local management and central finance teams with accurate and timely financial information including quarterly forecasts Responsible for the detailed review of monthly accounts, ensuring monthly financial returns are made Support local management in ensuring financial efficiencies are achieved across the school, regularly reviewing processes and procedures Ensure local finance systems and controls meet all NAS and legal requirements Liaise with Area Facilities and Business Managers as well as central Finance to ensure that projects, tenders and approved provider applications are accurately costed and completed Ensure the efficient management of administration within the school and line manage the local Administration Team Ensure the maintenance of accurate pupil user record systems such as Bromcom, CPOMS, Every, Radar and InVentry Coordinate the marketing function of the school such as liaising with local publications and maintaining information resources in conjunction with central NAS marketing function Work with central Contracts Team to ensure the efficient management of referrals Work with Area Facilities Manager and Finance Manager to cost and manage projects at the school and ensure that buildings and grounds are appropriately maintained Oversee the Health and Safety function at the school and be the designated H&S Officer, if necessary Ensure the school Policies and Procedures are reviewed regularly including: Disaster Recovery plan, Continuity Plan, Whole School Risk Assessment, Fire Risk Assessment, etc. To be a designated key holder responsible for site security, if required Coordinate the collection and timely distribution of Quality Assurance data as required by NAS and other parties Liaise with NAS Estates regarding Fire Safety Procedure, Out of Hours Protocol, Workplace Risk Assessment, Health and Safety at Radlett. Ensure all school vehicles are fully compliant and that a database of drivers is maintained at all times. Manage and oversee the COSHH register Manage and oversee all statutory duties relating to Schools and Charities in regards to financial, health and safety and business requirements This is a Permanent/Full-Time Contract, working 37 Hours a Week from Monday to Friday. The salary for this role is from £37,378.64 to £44,139.68 Per Annum (Depending on Experience) plus an Inner Fringe Allowance of £844.36 Per Annum To view the job description please click here. What we can offer you: Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata for term time only staff Excellent induction, training and development programme including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences Online staff discount scheme for a range of benefits such as cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan & shopping discounts for places such as Asda, Tesco, Sainsburys, Halfords, Nike, Apple and loads more Healthcare Cash Plan Life Assurance at 2 x base salary A portfolio of fantastic new salary sacrifices benefits and other flexible benefits private health, dental insurance, car salary sacrifice scheme, activity pass, holiday trading, enhanced pension & salary deduct loans (eligibility criteria may apply) Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme & counselling programme Free access to the Headspace App – a global leader in mindfulness and you can enrol up to three friends or family members for free Eligibility for a Blue Light Card Where you will be working : Radlett Lodge School Harper Lane, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 9HW About our application process: When providing a supporting statement, please refer to the job description and person specification and include any information that shows your suitability for the role. For more information about this job please contact: Ellie Freeman (SEN Lead Manager) - Ellie.Freemannas.org.uk We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. For some roles, successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks which will include additional references and criminal background checks. Applications for this job are sought from anyone who is suitably qualified and experienced for the role but particularly welcome from those with a diagnosis of autism. The National Autistic Society is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and adults who use our services and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete the relevant safeguarding checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. Please click here to view the safeguarding policy and please click here to view the policy and procedure for employment of ex-offenders. INDEDU