Business Manager

Ysgol Gymraeg Treganna; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Welsh-medium primary school in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated Business Manager. The role involves managing financial and administrative operations, preparing budgets, and overseeing staff records to ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and experience in an educational setting. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial and administrative operations within an educational setting.
• Ability to prepare and monitor budgets effectively.
• Strong organizational skills to manage payroll and staff records.

Responsibilities

• Oversee school financial systems and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage the administrative team and coordinate hiring of school facilities.
• Deliver high-quality service supporting the smooth running of the school.

Job description

Business Manager – 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Full Time and Permanent

Grade 7 (Sp25-30 £36,363 – £40,777 p.a. pro-rata)

Ysgol Treganna, Sanatorium Road, Canton, Cardiff, CF11 8DG

Overview

Ysgol Treganna is a Welsh‑medium primary school. Our vision is rooted in the ethos of the ‘small school in the big city’, where our journey began back in 1987. We have since grown into a school of around 700 pupils, organised into three communities led by our Assistant Headteachers. The school has 22 classes, structured to provide the best possible learning experience for every child. Our learning communities ensure a strong sense of belonging, care, and a consistent family atmosphere, with pupil wellbeing and success at the heart of everything we do at Treganna.

Responsibilities

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Business Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full range of the school’s financial and administrative operations, including preparing and monitoring the budget, advising the Headteacher and Governing Body on financial matters, managing school financial systems, and ensuring compliance with the Council’s Financial Regulations.

The post holder will also oversee the administrative team, manage payroll and staff records, coordinate the hiring of school facilities, handle creditor and supplier matters, and support the management of the school site. The role requires the delivery of an efficient, accurate, and high‑quality service that directly contributes to the smooth running of the school.

Qualifications / Requirements

This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.

This vacancy is suitable for post share.

Application

For further information or an informal conversation, please contact the Headteacher, Mrs Catrin Evans.

Please download or print the application form by selecting the Apply Now button. Completed applications should be returned to the school by email before the closing date.

Closing date: 16 January 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 19 January

Safeguarding Statement

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is a key priority for the Council. Our aim is to support children and vulnerable adults and ensure they are as safe as possible. Our services and schools are committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to protect their wellbeing. They acknowledge that every child and vulnerable adult has the right to be protected. This commitment is reflected in the values of the Council and all its schools.

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunities employer, we value diversity. While it is not essential for applying, we welcome and encourage applications from under‑represented groups, including:

• individuals aged 25 and under;
• those not currently in education, employment, or training;
• members of our local communities, particularly disabled people, carers, and individuals from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities and Cardiff’s LGBT+ communities;
• individuals who can communicate fluently in Welsh.