Reed Education, in partnership with Lancashire County Council, is seeking a School Business Manager for a primary school near Accrington. This is a full‑time role, covering 5 days per week from 07:30 to 16:00, starting ASAP and expected to last until the end of the academic year.
Key Responsibilities & Qualifications
* Manage school administrative and financial systems efficiently.
* Ensure accurate use of spelling and grammar in all communications.
* Maintain commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
* Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to use initiative in various situations.
* Develop and maintain positive relationships with both children and adults within the school environment.
* Uphold the school's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
* Proven experience working in a school office or similar setting.
* Proficiency in using school administrative and financial systems such as SIMS and ScoPay.
* Strong commitment to professional development and keenness to learn.
* Hardworking, flexible, and capable of using initiative.
* Ability to develop good relationships with children and adults.
* Strong commitment to safeguarding practices.
* Free Continuous Professional Development through Lancashire County Council.
* Access to Reed discount club and pension scheme.
* Support and guidance on career development and interview preparation.
* Competitive salary in line with Lancashire County Council guidelines.
* Excellent support and guidance from a dedicated consultant, specifically focused on school business manager and bursar roles.
Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure, including a Children's barred list check and satisfactory referencing. Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre‑employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy – this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application. Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex‑offenders – this is available to all applicants upon request.
Equal Opportunities statement: An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community Rehabilitation.
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