School Business Manager

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary (Bolton); Bolton; On-site; GBP 46,142 - 50,269; Full time

Job summary

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School in Bolton invites applications for a School Business Manager. The post is graded J, points 35-39, 37 hours per week, term time plus 10 days, starting September 2026.

The role combines financial and operational leadership, a key link between business operations and teaching, with a pro rata salary of £46,142 to £50,269 (actual £40,529–£44,154 per annum). Closing date 31 August 2026; shortlisting 3 September; interviews 9 September.

Qualifications

• Experience of financial and operational management, ideally in a school or local Government.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management and budgeting for the school.
• Coordinate facilities, procurement and operational planning.
• Support school leadership with strategic financial decisions.

Skills

Financial management

Operational management

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Job description

Required for September 2026

School Business Manager

(Grade J Point 35-39, 37 hours per week, term time plus 10 days)

£46,142 to £50,269 pro rata, 2026 pay award pending (Actual £40,529 - £44,154 per annum)

The Governors of this popular two-form entry primary school are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated School Business Manager.

We welcome applications from those who are keen to support our strong Catholic ethos and who believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive.

The School Business Manager is an integral part of the school leadership team and is a vital link between business operations and teaching in the school. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is commercially minded and strategically focussed.

The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience of financial and operational management, ideally in a school or local Government.

For more information about this role please see the Job Description and Person Specification. Application forms are available on our school website.

Closing Date: Monday 31 August 2026

Shortlisting: Thursday 3 September 2026

Interview: Wednesday 9 September 2026 References will be sought prior to interview.

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The Support Staff application form and further details are available to download from the school website (https://www.stoc.bolton.sch.uk/), and should be emailed to [e-mail].

Supporting Documents

Job Advert Pack

Job Description and Person Specification