Full job descriptionSenior Business Manager
*Location: Fylde Primary School
*Contract Type: Full-Time
*Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30am – 4:30pm (30-minute lunch break)
*Salary: Dependent on experience
*Potential for Permanent Employment: Yes
We are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced and highly organised Senior Business Manager to join a welcoming and supportive school environment. This role is ideal for a professional who can take ownership of the school’s business operations, providing strategic and operational support across finance, administration, HR, premises, and compliance.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Lead and manage the school’s administrative and business support functions.
*Act as a key member of the school’s leadership and operational team.
*Manage financial processes including budgeting, monitoring expenditure, procurement, and financial reporting.
*Oversee HR administration, recruitment, onboarding, contracts, and personnel records.
*Ensure the effective use and administration of SIMS and other school management systems.
*Monitor attendance, admissions, pupil data, and statutory returns.
*Support compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, GDPR, and other statutory requirements.
*Manage contracts and relationships with external suppliers and service providers.
*Support strategic planning and contribute to school improvement priorities.
*Line manage administration staff and ensure high standards of service delivery.
*Work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to support the smooth running of the school.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Previous experience in a School Business Manager, Senior Administrator, or equivalent school-based role.
*Strong working knowledge of SIMS.
*Experience managing school finances and budgets.
*Excellent organisational and communication skills.
*Ability to prioritise workloads and work independently.
*Good understanding of HR processes and school compliance requirements.
*Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
*Ability to build positive relationships with staff, governors, parents, and external stakeholders.
Desirable:
*School Business Management qualification or relevant business qualification.
*Experience within a primary school setting.
*Knowledge of education sector funding and procurement processes.
Benefits:
*Opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team.
*Chance to make an immediate impact within the school.
*Full-time, consistent working hours.
*Potential opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.
*A varied and rewarding role with significant responsibility and autonomy.
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If you are an experienced professional with the necessary school-based experience and SIMS expertise, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV.