School Business Manager

Waltham Forest; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Networking across federation

On-site parking

Job summary

Barn Croft Primary School in Walthamstow seeks an experienced School Business Manager to drive financial, HR, premises and administrative support for school improvement.

The role offers a permanent, full-time contract (four days considered) with a salary range up to £49,056 and opportunities for professional development within a supportive leadership team. The closing date is 14 September 2026; join our journey of improvement and impact.

Qualifications

• Skilled in finance, HR, premises management, and administration within a school setting.
• Highly organised, efficient, and able to prioritise effectively in a busy environment.
• A confident communicator, able to work collaboratively with staff, governors, and external agencies.
• Strategic in their approach to budget planning, resource management, and income generation.
• Committed to safeguarding and supporting the wider school community.
• Enthusiastic about working in a child-centred environment and contributing to the life of the school.

Responsibilities

• To support the leadership team in managing school finances, HR, premises, and administration.
• Ensure effective budget planning and resource management to support school improvement.
• Collaborate with staff, governors, and external agencies to deliver strategic objectives.

Skills

Finance

HR

Premises management

Administration

Organisation

Communication

Budgeting

Safeguarding

Job description

Employer: London Borough Of Waltham Forest

Location: Barn Croft Primary School, 2 Brunel Road, Walthamstow, London

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time

Closing Date: 14/09/2026 at 12:00

Reference: SCH/26/343204

Barn Croft Primary School

School Business Manager Vacancy

Salary Range: P04 - £49,056

Required for: As soon as possible

Join our thriving primary school - be part of the journey!

Are you an experienced and proactive business professional seeking a meaningful role in a supportive and dynamic school environment? Barn Croft Primary School is on a rapid journey of improvement, and we are looking for a dedicated School Business Manager to join our leadership team. *Although this role is advertised as full time, we would be happy to consider applications from candidates seeking a four day working week.

At Barn Croft, you'll find a thriving, supportive environment within a great team. We celebrate diversity and foster a collaborative spirit among staff. Flexible working arrangements, manageable workloads, and a strong commitment to staff health ensure you feel valued and supported. We're on an exciting journey of improvement, and you can be a part of it! As part of our leadership team, you will play a vital role in supporting our continued growth and development.

The successful candidate will be:

• Skilled in finance, HR, premises management, and administration within a school setting
• Highly organised, efficient, and able to prioritise effectively in a busy environment
• A confident communicator, able to work collaboratively with staff, governors, and external agencies
• Strategic in their approach to budget planning, resource management, and income generation
• Committed to safeguarding and supporting the wider school community
• Enthusiastic about working in a child-centred environment and contributing to the life of the school

What We Offer:

• A warm, welcoming school with fantastic children and a dedicated staff team
• A vital leadership role, working closely with the Headteacher and Governors
• Opportunities for professional development and networking across our soft federation of schools
• A strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Excellent transport links and on-site parking

Barn Croft is an inclusive and happy one for entry primary school in Walthamstow, fostering a child-centered environment that prioritises academic success, social-emotional well-being, and resilience. Our core values - courage, love, and excellence - guide everything we do. Our children are well behaved, inquisitive and eager to learn. We believe in a strong partnership between staff, students, parents, and governors to achieve our shared vision.

We look forward to welcoming you to Barn Croft!

Safeguarding

Barn Croft Primary School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment for this post will be subject to satisfactory reference checks with previous employers along with The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).

Barn Croft Primary School

2 Brunel Road

Walthamstow

E17 8SB

Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: Promoting equality of opportunity Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy