School Business Manager

The Opportunity:School Business Manager\n

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• Temporary | 37 hours per week
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• Term Time + 10 Days
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Are you an organised, proactive and people-focused professional with experience across business operations, administration, HR or school support services?My client is seeking a dedicated School Business Manager to lead the operational functions of our successful and inclusive primary school. Working closely with the Headteacher, leadership team and wider Trust colleagues, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and effective running of the school, helping create the best possible environment for pupils, staff and families.As part of the family, you'll join a collaborative organisation committed to excellence, inclusion and continuous improvement, where children are at the heart of everything we do.About the RoleThis is a varied and rewarding leadership position with responsibility for key business functions including:\n

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• Leading and developing school administration systems and processes
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• Managing and supporting the administrative team
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• Overseeing HR administration, recruitment and payroll processes
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• Supporting compliance with GDPR, safeguarding and statutory requirements
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• Coordinating Health & Safety, premises administration and service contracts
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• Producing reports, returns and workforce data
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• Supporting school events, projects and operational planning
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• Working collaboratively across the Trust to improve services and efficiencies
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What We're Looking ForWe would love to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:\n

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• Experience within administration, business management, HR or operational leadership
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• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
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• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
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• Experience managing priorities and meeting deadlines
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• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
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• Strong ICT skills, including Microsoft Office and management systems
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• The ability to work with confidential and sensitive information
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• A positive, resilient and solutions-focused approach
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Previous experience within a school environment, knowledge of SIMS, budget monitoring or School Business Management qualifications would be advantageous.What We OfferIn return, you will benefit from:\n

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• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in a highly inclusive school community
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• Friendly, supportive and committed colleagues
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• Fantastic pupils and families who deserve the very best
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An Enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.If you're passionate about supporting education through outstanding business leadership, we'd love to hear from you.