Prospect Vale Primary School
Prospect Vale
Heald Green
Stockport
SK8 3RJ
Tel: 0161 437 4226
Website: https://www.prospectvale.stockport.sch.uk/
Email: recruitment@prospectvale.stockport.sch.uk
Headteacher: Mr L Redfearn
Post: School Business Manager
Hours: 37 hours per week, full year (but term time only + 2 weeks will be considered)
Contract Type: Permanent
Start date: As soon as possible
The children, staff and Governing Body at Prospect Vale Primary School are looking for an exceptional, highly motivated, and experienced School Business Manager to join our leadership team. This is a crucial strategic and operational role, responsible for non-teaching business management functions of the school. You will play a pivotal part in ensuring our resources are managed effectively to support the best possible educational outcomes for our pupils.
The Role
The SBM is an integral member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), working closely with the Headteacher and Governors to establish, maintain, and develop the administrative and financial procedures that successfully run the school.
What We're Looking For
You will be a proactive, highly organised, and resilient professional with proven experience in a similar strategic role.
You must demonstrate:
* Significant experience in strategic financial management, budget setting, and control.
* A proven track record of successful line management and staff development.
* Excellent knowledge of premises management, health & safety, and statutory compliance (ideally within a school or public sector environment).
* Exceptional communication, negotiation, and report writing skills.
* The ability to contribute positively to the school’s ethos and development plan.
We look forward to receiving your application!
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing date: Monday 17th November 2025 8.00am
Shortlisting and interviews will take place in the week commencing 17th November 2025
Completed application forms should be emailed to: recruitment@prospectvale.stockport.sch.uk or handed to the school office.
If you require further information or would like to arrange a visit prior to submitting your application, please contact Ms Cron on 0161 437 4226.
Good luck with your application!
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