Interim School Business Manager

Panoramic Associates; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational support firm is seeking a part-time Assistant School Business Manager for an interim position in Cambridgeshire. This role is crucial for managing school business functions and requires strong organisational skills and experience with school MIS systems. The ideal candidate will support HR processes and finance administration, contributing to the operational success of a thriving Primary School until Easter 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a School Business Manager or in a similar leadership role.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong attention to health & safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing school business functions.
• Ensure health & safety compliance.
• Support HR processes and finance administration.
• Manage school office administration and operational support.
• Oversee contracts and compliance processes.
• Maintain accurate pupil and staff records.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Confidence in using school MIS systems

MS Office proficiency

Tools

School MIS (Arbour)

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. You will be supporting the School Business Manager in running the department, taking responsibility for the day-to-day operations on two days each week, with a crossover day alongside the SBM. This role requires someone who can work independently, manage a varied workload, and bring a positive "can do" attitude.

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).

Ideal candidate

• 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

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a thriving Primary School and play a key role in supporting its operational and strategic development. If you are interested, please apply with your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation about the role.