School Business Manager

Dovelands Primary School; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovelands Primary School is seeking a dynamic School Business Manager to oversee financial, HR, and administrative operations. The role requires strong leadership and budget management skills, with the opportunity to enhance professional development in a supportive school environment. Interested candidates should apply online by 4 pm on 3rd July 2025.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Local government pension scheme

Flexibility for home working during school holidays

A calm school environment

A friendly, stimulating workplace

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a school setting or as a School Business Manager is desirable.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong financial and budget management skills.
• Experience at a senior/strategic level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team in managing finance and HR.
• Line manage administrative, premises, and IT staff.
• Lead and manage procurement, health and safety, and estate management.

Skills

Financial acumen

Budget management

Experience in HR

Leadership skills

IT skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Education

School Business Manager qualification (desirable)

Job description

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School Business Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Start date: September 2025

Contracted Hours: 35 hours a week, 08:00 to 16:00, Monday to Friday, with a 1-hour lunch break.

Contracted Weeks: 42 Weeks per year (term time plus 4 weeks)

Actual Salary: £40,190 to £42,820 p.a (Grade 10, Point 31-34)

An exciting opportunity has arisen with the retirement of our current SBM at Dovelands Primary School, seeking to appoint a dynamic School Business Manager.

The School Business Manager supports the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to strategically lead and manage finance, HR, procurement, health and safety, and estate management. The role also involves line managing administrative, premises, and IT staff.

Prior experience in a school setting or a School Business Manager qualification are desirable but not essential. Candidates should demonstrate strong financial and budget management skills, knowledge of leading business disciplines, and experience at a senior/strategic level.

Skills and qualities we seek include:

• Financial acumen and budget management skills
• Experience in HR, procurement, and administration
• Experience working at a senior/strategic level
• IT skills, with proficiency in Excel and the ability to learn new software quickly
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated, able to use initiative to solve problems and implement solutions
• Leadership skills to motivate and inspire others
• Enthusiasm for challenges and commitment to the school's aims and vision
• Willingness to contribute to all areas of school life

We offer:

• A calm school environment with wonderful children
• A friendly, stimulating workplace
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexibility for home working during school holidays
• A local government pension scheme

If interested, please contact Valerie Thorley (SBM) via the school office for a visit or further information.

Please complete the online application form via Eteach, ensuring the Supporting Statement section is fully completed, detailing your reasons for applying, your suitability, and key experience. Submit by 4 pm on Thursday, 3rd July 2025. Interviews will be held on Tuesday, 8th July 2025.

Safeguarding Statement:

Dovelands Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and a declaration under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations (2009), will be conducted.