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Stanwell Fields CE Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled School Business Manager—or an experienced professional from business or industry looking for a new challenge—to join our friendly and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a welcoming, values driven primary school.
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the School Business Manager will lead on finance, HR, premises and operational strategy, ensuring the school runs efficiently and sustainably. You will manage resources ethically and effectively to support the very best outcomes for our children.
We are looking for someone who:
1. Is a qualified or experienced School Business Manager, or has equivalent experience in financial planning and resource management
2. Has knowledge of health & safety, premises management, risk, procurement, finance, recruitment, GDPR and IT infrastructure (including cyber security)
3. Is well presented, articulate and an effective communicator
4. Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and governors
5. Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail
6. Is self-motivated, dedicated and consistent
7. Can solve problems efficiently and make effective decisions
8. Works well as part of a team and uses their initiative
9. Brings a positive, flexible and proactive approach
We can offer:
10. A warm and welcoming workplace where everyone is valued
11. A supportive staff and a new leadership team
12. Commitment to your professional development and wellbeing
13. A substantial school site, including a large playing field, MUGA and staff parking (with EV charging points)
14. Strong links with St Mary’s Church
15. Support from the LDBS Academies Trust and networking opportunities across Trust schools
16. The opportunity to develop expertise in a growing multi-academy trust, with scope for greater responsibilities as the trust continues to develop its business support structure
17. Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme
Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged.
Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.
18. Closing date: 5pm on 8th May 2026
19. Shortlisting: 11th May 2026
20. Interviews: 15th May 2026
Safeguarding Statement
Safeguarding Recruitment Statement -We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and undergo an enhanced DBS check