School Business Manager
Salary: SCP 34 £47,181 - SCP 37 £50,269
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
All-year-round (52 weeks) or 39 weeks term-time plus 4 additional holiday weeks (pro rata)
We are seeking to recruit a highly skilled school business manager for a thriving, local authority-maintained community primary school for children aged 4-11, and one of the largest primary schools in Bristol, with over 775 pupils on roll. The school benefits from an active and supportive Governing Body, a strong parent community, and an enthusiastic PTFA that plays a key role in community life. During the schools most recent Ofsted inspection (November 2023), the school was judged Outstanding in all categories.
The school is a welcoming, inclusive, and happy place to learn and work with a dedicated staff team who collaborate effectively to provide the very best education for it's children and you would be joining during an exciting phase of the school's life, working closely with a newly appointed Headteacher.
About the Role
This school is looking for an experienced school business leader and highly competent manager who will:
Play a key role in ensuring the school's ongoing financial resilience and operational excellence within a changing educational landscape.
Oversee the strategic management of physical and financial assets, inheriting a balanced budget and a well-maintained site.
Leading and developing the school's business functions with determination, navigating financial challenges while identifying opportunities for growth and efficiency.
Manage resources sustainably to ensure the school's operational foundations remain robust, distinctive, and highly effective.
Leading and supporting the continued professional development of a skilled and creative team of support staff.
Work in close partnership with Bristol City Council, and other key stakeholders to secure the best possible outcomes.
Act with professional confidence and collaboration as a strategic partner in school improvement.About You
You must be someone who is:
An experienced professional and highly capable manager with strong strategic vision and a collaborative, professional approach.
Able to provide a track record of financial and operational leadership, ideally within an educational or public sector environment.
Able to use excellent interpersonal skills and strategic thinking to inspire staff, governors, and the wider school community.
Able to Value and upholds the ethos of a proud local authority-maintained school.
Able to bring imagination, resilience, and resourcefulness to managing complex operations and budgets.
Committed to collaboration and the ongoing development of a hardworking and creative staff team.What They Offer
The successful candidate will benefit from:
A secure starting point: A balanced budget, a well-maintained and vibrant site, and a comprehensive compliance framework already in place.
Strong professional networks: Established relationships with a wide range of goods and services providers.
A supportive community: A welcoming, inclusive environment with a talented and motivated staff team and a committed Governing Body.
Collaborative leadership: A Senior Leadership Team that values the School Business Manager as a key strategic partner.
Engaged families and pupils: Enthusiastic parents and children who love learning and school life.The school is looking to appoint for a T3 start on Monday 23rd February. If you would like an information pack or more information please reach out today.
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