School Business Manager

Ealing; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Hobbayne Primary School in Hanwell, London, is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team. This key strategic role leads the business functions to support teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a recognised qualification in School Business Management or relevant finance/HR qualification, plus significant experience in financial management in education and strong knowledge of financial systems, HR, ICT and health & safety

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in SBM or finance/HR qualification.
• Significant experience in financial management or senior leadership in education.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, monitoring and reporting.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills; safeguarding mindset.

Responsibilities

• Act as financial and professional adviser to Headteacher and Governors.
• Lead financial management, HR, ICT, estates and health & safety compliance.
• Contribute strategically as part of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Line manage administrative, finance and site staff.
• Promote effective systems and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Safeguarding knowledge

Inclusion and high standards

Education

Qualified in School Business Management or finance/HR qualification

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

Grade 11 point 35 £27,675 pa to Grade 14 point 46 £34,155 pa (dependent on experience)

Part-time 21 hours per week (3 days) Flexible working

40 weeks, term-time only (one week during school holidays.)

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and highly motivated School Business Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is a key strategic role, providing professional leadership across the business functions of the school and ensuring the effective use of resources to support teaching, learning and pupil outcomes.

The successful candidate will:

• Act as a professional and financial adviser to the Headteacher and Governors
• Lead on financial management, HR, ICT, estates and health & safety compliance
• Contribute strategically as part of the Senior Leadership Team
• Line manage administrative, finance and site staff
• Promote effective systems and ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Support the school in achieving its development priorities through strong operational leadership

About the school

Hobbayne Primary School is a welcoming, inclusive and community-centred school in the heart of Hanwell. We are proud of our strong ethos, where pupils, staff and families work together to ensure that every child is happy, confident and able to achieve their full potential. We are committed to high standards, inclusive practice, and continuous improvement. Our staff team is collaborative, supportive and ambitious, with a shared focus on delivering the very best outcomes for all pupils.

About you

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A recognised qualification in School Business Management or relevant finance/HR qualification
• Significant experience in financial management or senior leadership in education
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, monitoring and reporting
• Excellent organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and high standards

We Can Offer

• A supportive and collaborative staff team
• A strong culture of professional development
• The opportunity to play a key role in the strategic leadership of the school
• A welcoming and inclusive school community
• The chance to make a real impact on pupils' outcomes and school improvement

The school is committed to safer recruitment, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/dbs-checks-detailed-guidance

In line with KCSIE and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.

Closing date: Wednesday 11 November 2026

Shortlising date: Friday 13 November 2026

Interview date: Friday 20 November 2026