Prospect Vale Primary School Prospect Vale, Heald Green Cheadle, Stockport SK8 3RJ Tel: 0161 437 4226 Website: https://www.prospectvale.stockport.sch.uk/ Email: recruitment@prospectvale.stockport.sch.uk Headteacher: Mr L Redfearn Salary: 34,434 - 41,771 FTE ( SO1 SO2, based on relevant experience) Hours of Post: Full Time (37 hours/week) (Term Time plus 2 weeks will be considered) Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: Monday 3rd November Start Date of Post: As soon as possible The children, staff and Governing Body at Prospect Vale Primary School are looking for an exceptional, highly motivated, and experienced School Business Manager to join our leadership team. This is a crucial strategic and operational role, responsible for non-teaching business management functions of the school. You will play a pivotal part in ensuring our resources are managed effectively to support the best possible educational outcomes for our pupils. The Role The SBM is an integral member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), working closely with the Headteacher and Governors to establish, maintain, and develop the administrative and financial procedures that successfully run the school. What We're Looking For You will be a proactive, highly organised, and resilient professional with proven experience in a similar strategic role. You must demonstrate: Significant experience in strategic financial management, budget setting, and control. A proven track record of successful line management and staff development. Excellent knowledge of premises management, health & safety, and statutory compliance (ideally within a school or public sector environment). Exceptional communication, negotiation, and report writing skills. The ability to contribute positively to the school s ethos and development plan. We look forward to receiving your application! This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applications to be received by Monday 3rd November Please download an application form and job description for this advert and email completed forms to recruitment@prospectvale.stockport.sch.uk or handed to the school office. If you require further information or would like to arrange a visit prior to submitting your application, please contact Ms Cron on 0161 437 4226. Good luck with your application!