School Business Manager

WMJobs; Worcester; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Royal Primary School in Worcester is seeking an exceptional School Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team, leading finance, HR, health and safety, premises, ICT and administration. You will shape the strategic direction and ensure resources are used effectively to support pupils and staff.

The role requires significant experience in financial management, budgeting and forecasting, with strong leadership and a commitment to the school’s ethos and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Has significant experience in financial management, budget planning and forecasting.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and people management skills.
• Has experience of operational, premises and health and safety management.
• Understands HR processes, compliance and organisational development.
• Can think strategically while delivering practical solutions.
• Is committed to the vision, values and ethos of Fort Royal Primary School.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's financial, operational and support services, ensuring resources are used effectively to deliver the best outcomes for pupils.
• Work closely with the Headteacher and Governing Body, providing strategic leadership across finance, HR, health and safety, premises, ICT, catering, administration and compliance.

Skills

Financial management

Budget planning

Leadership

People management

Health & safety management

HR processes

Strategic thinking

Job description

Fort Royal Community Primary School

Job Title: School Business Manager

Salary: £43,250 - £46,082 per annum for 37 hours per week, term time plus TED days and an additional 10 days during the school holidays. Requests for all year round contracts will be considered, please advise interest when applying.

Location: Fort Royal Primary School

Contract: Permanent

Fort Royal Primary School is seeking to appoint an exceptional, highly motivated and strategic School Business Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and play a key role in shaping the future of our school.

We are a Primary School in the heart of Worcester, providing a nurturing, inclusive, and ambitious learning environment for children with a wide range of special educational needs. At the heart of our school is our ethos Play, Learn, Laugh and Succeed. We believe that children learn best when they feel safe, valued, and engaged. Through meaningful learning experiences, positive relationships, and a focus on wellbeing, we create an environment where every child can flourish.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced business manager to lead and manage the school's financial, operational and support services, ensuring that resources are used effectively to deliver the very best outcomes for our pupils. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and Governing Body, providing strategic leadership across finance, HR, health and safety, premises, ICT, catering, administration and compliance.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has significant experience in financial management, budget planning and forecasting.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and people management skills.
• Has experience of operational, premises and health and safety management.
• Understands HR processes, compliance and organisational development.
• Can think strategically while delivering practical solutions.
• Is committed to the vision, values and ethos of Fort Royal Primary School.

In return, we offer:

• The opportunity to be part of a dedicated and supportive leadership team.
• A rewarding role in a school committed to continuous improvement and inclusion.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the education and wellbeing of our pupils and staff.

Fort Royal Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment procedures.

Closing Date: 21st September 2026 9am

Interview Date: 9th October 2026

Start Date: As soon as possible

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.