Business Manager

Wirral Schools; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution seeks a dedicated School Business Manager to oversee key operational functions including personnel systems, finance, and compliance. You will play a crucial role in supporting the school's aims through effective leadership and strategic management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in management with strong skills in HR, finance, and business development. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of £33,170 – £35,714 per year and involves safeguarding responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a managerial role.
• Strong understanding of financial management and compliance.
• Ability to effectively manage personnel and administrative functions.

Responsibilities

• Organise school personnel systems and manage office functions.
• Lead financial internal control procedures and compliance.
• Manage HR contracts and personnel administration.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Experience

Management Experience

Microsoft Outlook

QuickBooks

Lawson

Banking

Conflict Management

Strategic Planning

Leadership Experience

Negotiation

Job description

Band H
36.00 Working Hours 41 Weeks per Year

About Egremont Primary School

Egremont Primary is a proud member of the Oak Trees Multi-Academy Trust. We are a very happy and supportive school dedicated to ensuring our children learn in a respectful and safe environment. We have high expectations for what can be achieved and are determined that our children leave Egremont with the academic, social and personal skills needed for them to succeed in the next phases of their education. We are committed to helping the whole child to unlock their potential and instil a love of learning.

Our Values and Ethos

• Collaboration
• Expression
• Citizenship
• Inspiration

Role Summary

The purpose of this vital role is to organise, maintain and monitor the school’s personnel systems and manage office functions to ensure an effective service to the school. The School Business Manager is also responsible for line‑managing administrative staff and the site manager, ensuring resources are deployed effectively and efficiently to support the work of the school.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

As the School Business Manager you will be crucial to the school’s effective operation across several key areas:

Leadership & Strategy

• Plan and manage change in line with MAT policy and the school’s strategic plan. Attend senior management/leadership team and appropriate CFO/Headteacher meetings.
• Be responsible for the effective management of financial internal control procedures and compliance with financial regulations.
• Line‑manage administrative staff and the site manager including recruitment, induction, appraisal and training for these staff.

Personnel & HR

• Manage HR contracts and payroll changes and be responsible for monthly salary control.
• Undertake personnel administration including SCR and DBS checks and managing all new‑starter paperwork. Coordinate staff sickness, HR support and manage recruitment and staff appointments.

Administration & Resource

• Manage the administrative function including ICT facilities, school reception and records.
• Be responsible for the workforce census and assist the Headteacher in updating the school risk register.
• Liaise and negotiate with suppliers, monitor external contracts and oversee central resources management.

Compliance

• Effectively manage GDPR in line with legislation and oversee the 미국 audit process.
• Coordinate PAT testing and manage contractor relationships.
• Update the business plan and critical incident plan annually and provide support for Health and Safety regulations.

Revenue Generation

• Identify and seek new methods of income generation to fund the school’s proposed activities.
• Actively promote the marketing of the school and its resources to maximise income through external funding, sponsorship and lettings.
• Prepare bids for funding and monitor the effectiveness of funding agreements.

School Safeguarding Statement

Egremont Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role is classed as regulated activity. Applicants will be required to undergo safeguarding checks appropriate to the post, including checks with employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order and 2020. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted will be asked to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are spent unless they are protected under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. It is an offence to apply for this role if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The Safeguɕarding and Safer Recruitment policies, including policy on the employment of ex‑offenders, can be accessed via the school website.

Key Skills

• Business Development
• Sales Experience
• Management Experience
• Microsoft Outlook
• QuickBooks
• Lawson
• Banking
• Business Management
რთაბ Conflict Management
• Strategic Planning
• Leadership Experience
• Negotiation

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full‑Time
• Experience: Manager
• Vacancy: 1
• Monthly Salary: 33,170 – 35,714

How to Apply

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