Job Description
St Edmundsbury CE Primary Academy is part of Elveden Trust, a small Trust of three schools. A welcoming, caring team who aim to bring the best for both pupils and staff.
We are looking for an Experienced School Office Manager or Finance Manager who can develop into a strategic leadership role, or for a current School Business Manager who will balance strategic leadership with supporting the smooth running of the office.
Key Responsibilities
While the role will predominantly be strategic and overseeing finance, premises and HR, it will also include assisting with general office duties in the afternoons.
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Warm and approachable – builds positive relationships with staff, parents and external partners
* Efficient and organised – manages school resources, finance and operations with professionalism and attention to detail
* Strategic and proactive – takes initiative and contributes to the long‑term planning and smooth running of the school. Familiarity with Sage Intacct and ArbourMiS would be an advantage but training will be given.
* Knowledgeable in HR and administration – supports recruitment, staff records, contracts, the Single Central Record and ensures robust administrative systems
* Adaptable and flexible – able to respond to the dynamic needs of a busy school office
* Strong communicator who is discrete and trustworthy – maintains high communication levels, positively and clearly with confidence and integrity
How to Apply
Please read the Job Description (word) and Applicants Letter (word) before completing the Application Form (word). To apply, complete the application form and return directly to Sue Ogden at the school or by email Businessmanager@stedmundsburyacademy.co.uk.
Contact the school office by phone 01284 752967 or email admin@stedmundsburyacademy.co.uk for more details or an informal chat regarding this vacancy.
Closing Date: 9am, 10 December 2025. Interview date: Week commencing 15 December 2025.
Legal and Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009, therefore successful candidates will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether disqualified under these regulations. Applicants must be prepared to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and Right to Work in the UK will need to be established.
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