Curiosity and the School Business Manager

How important is curiosity to the School Business Manager?

What does ‘Professional’ look like? Part 2

I believe the School Business Professional needs their own career pathways and recognised progression...

I want to go Global!

The ISBL Conference 2018 called for School Business Leaders to get out there, share skills and be professionally generous...

Why don’t we listen?

Like every other SBM, I tell myself that its OK and its half term soon...

Ask Anna – Should I join Twitter?

I'm nervous about using Twitter for work but I'm hearing about the opportunities for CPD, support and well-being. Should I join in?

Ask Anna – Presentation of Financial Data

Dear Anna, How do you present financial data to your Governors?

Ask Anna – Tips for SBMs starting in new roles.

Dear Anna, you've written some tips for new SBMs, got any for the experienced SBM moving into a new school this year?

Anna’s USP

Ask Anna is new. Has she got legs?

Ask Anna – MATs and the SBM

Dear Anna, Governors and SLT are starting to talk about joining a MAT next year. I'm worried about what this is going to mean for my role in the school.

Ask Anna – Tips for a new SBM

Dear Anna, I've been working as a Finance Officer for 5 years and I have been promoted to School Business Manager...