School Business Manager

Richard Atkins Primary; London Borough of Lambeth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Richard Atkins Primary School in Lambeth is seeking a dedicated School Business Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and help shape the strategic development and ongoing success of our school.

You will work closely with the Headteacher and Governing Body to ensure effective and strategic management of the school’s resources, including financial planning, HR, facilities, health and safety, administration, ICT and information management.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will bring strong organisational, financial and leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities.
• You will need confidence to manage competing priorities in a busy school environment.
• You will be able to build positive relationships with staff, governors, parents and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Financial planning and budget management.
• Human resources management.
• Premises and facilities oversight.
• Health and safety compliance.
• Administration, ICT and information management.
• Identify income generation opportunities and drive efficiency.

Job description

Salary: Scale PO5, spine points 39 to 42

Hours: Full-time

Year Round? Yes

Permanent? Yes

To Start: January 2027

Applications Close: Friday 27th November 2026

Shortlisting: Monday 30th November 2026

Interviews: Thursday 3rd December 2026

Job Description:

Richard Atkins Primary School is seeking a dedicated and forward-thinking School Business Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a key role in the strategic development and continued success of our school.

Located in the heart of Lambeth, Richard Atkins is a diverse and welcoming community with high expectations for our pupils and staff. Our vision is to empower every child to achieve excellence and embrace a future full of possibilities. We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to excellence, integrity and continuous improvement.

As School Business Manager, you will work closely with the Headteacher and Governing Body to ensure the effective and strategic management of the school’s resources. Your responsibilities will include financial planning and budget management, human resources, premises and facilities, health and safety, administration, ICT and information management. You will also play an important role in identifying opportunities for income generation, improving systems and ensuring value for money.

The successful candidate will bring strong organisational, financial and leadership skills, excellent communication abilities and the confidence to manage competing priorities in a busy school environment. You will be able to build positive relationships with staff, governors, parents and external partners, while ensuring that the school’s resources are used effectively to support pupils’ learning and achievement.

What makes Richard Atkins special?

You will join a committed team that values collaboration, professional integrity and the contribution every member of staff makes to our children’s success. This is an exciting opportunity to influence school improvement, strengthen operational effectiveness and contribute to a school where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

If you are passionate about educational leadership, strategic resource management and making a meaningful difference to a school community, we would love to hear from you.

Richard Atkins Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to the appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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