Blogs & Updates

Interim Finance and SBM support for schools and MATs
March 23 2022
We wanted to make our Finance & Accountancy blog subscribers aware of the support we offer to schools and MATs requiring finance expertise on an interim basis.

The benefits of employing school Fundraising Support Staff
February 23 2022
It is becoming more common for schools to appoint a fundraiser either full time at the larger secondary level or part time for smaller and primary schools.

Make budgeting software work for you
February 22 2022
Lynne Higginbottom, Bursar, reflects on her professional journey and experience with school budgeting solutions.

Make sure you don’t under-forecast backdated pay awards
December 14 2021
We all know that pay awards never go through on the dates you expect them to/budget for.

New system to ease the HR administration and planning burden for schools and academy trusts
September 16 2021
Strictly Education has launched a new single HR, payroll and pensions system designed specifically for the education sector.

What do we mean when we talk about school business professionals?
May 26 2021
There are so many titles used to describe the school business professional (SBP). The title ‘business manager’ is no longer as fashionable as it was during...

Top tips for managing your workload from SBLs
May 10 2021
Arbor blog: Top tips for managing your workload from School Business Leaders

New Remote Service - Integrated Curriculum Financial Planning with Power BI
May 05 2021
Examine how efficiently your school is running and give some insights on how changes could be made.

The latest on our ICT Service Desk for schools - Spring 2021
February 15 2021
With unlimited support from just £89/month, our ICT Service Desk is a reliable lifeline for schools, academies and trusts

F&B - Essential Skills for the SBM/School Bursar Q&A Session for Maintained Schools
November 04 2020
We at SBS have created an Essential Skills for SBM/School Bursars, Q&A Session. Our session is free to attend and will provide information for School Business Managers and School Bursars of Primary,...
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