For School Business Managers
AskColin helps school business managers save 4–12 hours every week on the writing, communications, and document tasks that don't need to take as long as they do.
Why SBMs?
Finance, HR, premises, compliance, governance, parent communications, staff support — the breadth of an SBM's responsibilities is extraordinary. And a disproportionate amount of the time gets eaten by writing: letters, reports, job descriptions, policies, emails. Tasks that matter, but that AI can help you do in a fraction of the time.
Letters, newsletters, policy updates, and governor reports — all faster to produce with AI handling the first draft.
Job descriptions, person specifications, interview question frameworks, contracts cover letters — structured and consistent every time.
With DfE guidance constantly evolving, keeping policies current is a significant burden. AI produces solid first drafts fast.
Agendas, action logs, governor packs, and committee papers — structured and professional without starting from blank.
Presenting financial information clearly to governors and parents — AI helps structure the narrative around your numbers.
Risk assessments, health and safety documents, GDPR notices — frameworks and first drafts produced quickly for review.
"I was sceptical — I've heard too many promises about technology saving time. But the newsletter alone saves my office team three hours a week. After one term, the whole team uses it without thinking twice."School Business Manager, Richmond upon Thames primary school
The safe use question
As an SBM, you'll want to know this upfront. AskColin builds safe use into everything from day one:
How it works for SBMs
We come to your school, map where SBM time is going, and identify the highest-value opportunities.
First AI-assisted letter or document live within the first session. Immediate time saving from day one.
A growing library of templates and prompts, built in your school's voice, stored in your own systems.
Regular sessions, priority support, and a toolkit that grows with your school's needs over time.
Free site visit. We come to you. No obligation, no pressure — just an honest conversation.