About the Role
The School Business Manager is responsible for keeping ahead of funding and legislative changes that apply to the education sector, managing the whole‑school administration and organisational systems, and ensuring the adequate provision of resources throughout the school.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee financial management, budgetary planning and control.
* Lead strategic change initiatives and manage projects effectively.
* Secure funding through successful bids.
* Accept responsibility independently while collaborating with staff.
* Work efficiently under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritise tasks.
* Line‑manage and delegate effectively.
* Uphold the school ethos and mission.
Qualifications
* Sound experience of financial management and budgetary planning and control.
* Proven record of financial and project management.
* Experience of successful funding bids.
* Confidence in independent and collaborative work.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Ability to line‑manage and delegate efficiently.
* Commitment to the school ethos and mission.
Benefits
* A dedicated Senior Leadership Team.
* Highly motivated, friendly staff committed to raising standards.
* A supportive Governing Body with a clear vision.
* Enthusiastic, well‑behaved children who love learning.
Compensation and Hours
Hours: 37 hours per week, term time plus 2 weeks (7.30 – 4:00, 4 days – 1 hour lunch, 7.30 – 3.30, 1 day – 1 hour lunch)
Grade: G SCP 32‑37 (£42,839 – £48,226 per annum, actual salary £39,543 – £45,443 pro‑rata per annum)
Location: Rood End Primary School, Rood End Road, Oldbury, B68 8SQ
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The school is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among its workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We are a Disability Confident Employer and guarantee an interview for applicants who disclose a desire to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme and meet the essential criteria. This post requires fluent and spoken English, in line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016.
Safeguarding Requirements
All staff must undertake safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barring List Check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
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