Interim School Business Manager

Panoramic Associates; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A supportive Primary School is seeking an organised and proactive Assistant School Business Manager for a part-time interim role in Cambridgeshire. The position is for 3 days a week starting immediately until Easter 2026. Responsibilities include assisting in overall management, finance administration, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have experience in a similar role and be confident in using school MIS systems.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a School Business Manager or similar role.
• Confidence in using school MIS systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing school business functions.
• Ensure health & safety compliance.
• Support HR processes and finance administration.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Independence

Team collaboration

Tools

School MIS systems

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Assistant School Business Manager (Interim) – Location: Cambridgeshire. Contract: 3 days per week, ASAP start - Easter 2026. Rate: Competitive daily rate.

We are seeking an organised, proactive, and committed Assistant School Business Manager to join a supportive Primary School in Cambridgeshire on an interim basis. This is a part-time role (3 days per week) starting immediately and running until Easter 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the SBM in the overall management of school business functions.
• Premises management and ensuring health & safety compliance.
• Supporting HR processes, including safer recruitment and staff records.
• Assisting with finance administration, budget monitoring, procurement, and payroll.
• Overseeing contracts, suppliers, and compliance processes.
• Managing school office administration and providing operational support to staff.
• Maintaining accurate pupil and staff records using the school MIS (experience with Arbour is desirable, but MIS experience is essential).

Requirements / Qualifications

• Previous experience in a School Business Manager or similar leadership administration role.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Confidence in using school MIS systems and MS Office.
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a supportive team.

How to apply

If you are interested, please apply with your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation about the role.