School Business Manager

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Temporary School Business Manager

Location: Burnley Area (Exact school details will be provided to shortlisted applicants)Job Title: School Business Manager (Temporary Absence Cover)Rate of Pay: £21.12 per hourHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pmContract Type: Temporary

About the School

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive Church of England primary school in the Burnley area. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to flourish academically, socially and emotionally. Its ethos is centred around high expectations, strong community values, inclusion and supporting every child to reach their full potential. The school also provides specialist provision for pupils with additional needs and places a strong emphasis on collaboration, wellbeing and continuous improvement.

The Role

An experienced School Business Manager is required to provide temporary cover during a period of absence. This is a key role within the school's leadership and administration team, responsible for ensuring the efficient management of the school's financial, operational and administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

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• Manage the school's financial operations including budgeting, forecasting and monitoring expenditure.
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• Process purchase orders, invoices and payments in line with school financial procedures.
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• Prepare financial reports and provide budgetary information to senior leaders and governors.
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• Oversee payroll liaison and staff absence records.
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• Manage contracts, procurement and supplier relationships.
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• Support recruitment, onboarding and HR administration processes.
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• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, school policies and safeguarding procedures.
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• Monitor health and safety compliance across the school site.
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• Lead on administrative systems and processes to ensure operational efficiency.
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Person Specification

Essential:

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• Previous experience working as a School Business Manager, Finance Manager or similar role within an educational setting.
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• Strong financial management and budget monitoring experience.
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• Knowledge of school finance systems and processes.
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• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
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• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
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• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
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Desirable:

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• School Business Management qualification or equivalent.
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• Experience working within a primary school setting.
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• Knowledge of Lancashire education systems and procedures.
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• Experience supporting HR and premises management functions.
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What We Offer

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• Competitive hourly rate of £21.12 per hour
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• Opportunity to work within a supportive and community-focused school environment.
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• A varied and rewarding role making a direct impact on the school's operations.
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• Dedicated support from your recruitment consultant throughout the assignment.
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How to Apply

If you are an experienced School Business Manager available for temporary work and looking for your next opportunity in the Burnley area, we would love to hear from you. Please email your CV to if interested.