* Address: Carlton Colville Primary School, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 8DG
* Salary: £33,699 - £40,777 pro rata (dependant on relevant experience)
* Hours: 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year, Monday to Friday
* Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
* Reference: 7891
Come and join our school family.
At Carlton Colville Primary School, we are proud to be a friendly, inclusive and ambitious community where every child is encouraged to shine. With the up-coming retirement of our long-serving Business Manager, we are looking for an organised, approachable and proactive Business Manager to manage all aspects of our busy finances, including the responsibility of setting the school budget, alongside the Senior Management Team and ensuring the HR and payroll operations run smoothly.
This is a key role at the heart of our school, working closely with school leaders to make sure everything behind the scenes runs just as well as the learning in our classrooms.
What the role involves
As our Business Manager, you will:
* be a key part of our small, friendly office team, ensuring everything runs efficiently and with a smile
* manage the school's finances, from budgeting and monitoring expenditure to producing reports and ensuring we meet all statutory requirements
* manage HR administration, including recruitment, staff records and payroll liaison
* keep accurate records and ensure we follow data protection and safeguarding procedures
* be a welcoming first point of contact for parents, staff, governors and visitors
* support the Headteacher and governors with accurate financial forecasting and planning.
We are looking for someone who:
* has experience in financial management (school experience would be an advantage)
* is highly organised and able to juggle multiple priorities
* has great attention to detail and accuracy
* is confident with IT, including finance systems
* understands (or is willing to learn) school finance regulations
* communicates clearly and warmly with a wide range of people
* can work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines
* handles confidential information with care and discretion
* brings a positive, can‑do attitude and a commitment to our school values.
If you think this sounds like the perfect role for you, we would love to meet you. School visits are strongly encouraged. For more details, to arrange a visit, please contact the Business Manager, Kay Everett-Day via the details below.
For more information
Please read the Job Description (Word) and Application Guidance (Word)
Please feel free to contact the Business Manager, Kay Everett-Day by either calling or emailing: mrs.everett-
To find out more, please visit our website (Carlton Colville Primary School)
How to apply
To apply, please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to: mrs.everett-
Closing date: 12 pm, 20 October 2025.
Interview date: 23/24 October 2025.
Carlton Colville Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.