Dynamic School Business Manager – York (Full-Time, Paid Trial)

Marchant Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid trial day

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a welcoming primary school in York, North Yorkshire, to find an experienced School Business Manager for a full-time, temporary role. The school offers structured, daytime hours (8:30am–4:30pm) and a paid trial day.

You will lead financial management, HR support, and operations to ensure a smooth running of the school. You will work closely with the Headteacher and leadership team, overseeing budgets, procurement, compliance, and facilities.

Qualifications

• Must have experience as School Business Manager.
• Experience in a primary school is preferred.
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills.
• Understanding of HR processes and regulatory compliance.
• DBS on Update Service or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgets, expenditure, financial records and reporting.
• Manage school administration and daily operations.
• Support HR processes including payroll and recruitment.
• Ensure premises, health and safety and statutory requirements.
• Procurement and contracts with suppliers and external providers.
• Support leadership to improve efficiency and school performance.

Skills

School business manager experience

Budgeting

HR & payroll

Compliance

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is assisting a welcoming primary school in York, North Yorkshire, to find an experienced School Business Manager for a full-time, temporary role. The school offers structured, daytime hours (8:30am–4:30pm) and a paid trial day.

You will lead financial management, HR support, and operations to ensure a smooth running of the school. You will work closely with the Headteacher and leadership team, overseeing budgets, procurement, compliance, and facilities.