School Business Manager

Byfleet Primary School; West Byfleet; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused primary school in West Byfleet is looking for a motivated School Business Manager. The successful candidate will oversee all financial matters, HR, and compliance, while closely supporting the Senior Leadership Team. This role demands strong financial and leadership skills, ensuring the smooth running of the school and a high quality of education. You will have opportunities for professional development and make a real impact on students' lives. The position requires flexibility and effective communication skills.

Benefits

Free access to Employee Assistance Programme

Tailored high-quality CPD

Support from central trust team

Strong leadership team

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a school budget effectively.
• Strong financial background with proven leadership skills.
• Ability to oversee finance, HR, compliance, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management and compliance within the school.
• Support the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team effectively.
• Lead facilities management and budgeting planning.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership skills

Compliance knowledge

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

Qualification such as CSBM or equivalent

Job description

School Business Manager

Hours of duty : 32 hours per week for 41 weeks a year

(Term time Mon to Fri 09.00-16.00 plus 2 weeks in the school holidays)

Scale : SP9 £ 41585. - £ 45135 FTE

SP9 (£33431 - £36285) Pro rata (dependent on qualification and experience)

Byfleet Primary (One form entry school) is a supportive and friendly school which sits in the heart of its local community. We are in close proximity to the A3, M25 (junction 10 / 11) and New Haw train stations and benefit from being part of the Engage, Enrich, Excel Multi Academy Trust (EEEA trust).

We are committed to providing a high quality education to meet the needs of all our children, ensuring progress for all. We are looking to recruit an experienced enthusiastic, hardworking, and highly motivated School Business Manager who has a passion for working in a small busy school.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher and Governors as a key part of the school’s Senior Leadership Team to support the smooth running of the school.

We are looking for someone who :

• Will take ownership and oversee all matters relating to finance, compliance, HR, premises and Health & Safety
• A dedicated and professional outlook; enthusiasm about the role and the ability to use your knowledge; being flexible and organised to ensure the delivery of the best possible outcomes for each of our pupils
• A strong financial background
• A proven track record of leadership skills

Brings the highest standards of business management, has proven experience of managing a school budget and extensive capital expenditure and can take the lead in budget planning and management, within a team or individually

Combines solid business skills with an understanding of management and finance in a school or similar organisation (qualification such as CSBM or equivalent is desirable )

Lead and manage with the aim of adding value across every function, from HR and facilities to procurement and income generation and Health & Safety

Has clear communication and the ability to build effective and supportive relationships across the whole staff team

Has the ability to lead and quality assure the delivery of facilities management, premises and catering

Is organised, can multi-task, can communicate efficiently and in a timely manner, and can meet deadlines

We can offer you :

The opportunity to develop the role and your own career by building on the successful work to date

Support from the central trust team and through networking with colleagues

Tailored and high quality CPD

A strong leadership team, that has the best interest of the children at heart

Free access to Employee Assistance programme (including legal and financial services and support)

An exciting and diverse role

A real opportunity to make a difference to the lives of children

If you require any more information, or would like to visit the school please contact the School Office.

Byfleet Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment and the successful applicant will be required to undertake a DBS. Safeguarding Statement. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Closing Date 29 / 01 / 2026

We reserve the right to interview candidates before the closing date, for the right candidate.

Safeguarding Statement

Safeguarding Statement : Engage Enrich Excel Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It expects all staff to share this commitment and the successful applicant will be required to undertake a Disclosure Barring Service check (DBS). We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.