School Business Manager (Primary/First)

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

Training and professional development

Job summary

St Alban's Catholic Primary School in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a School Business Manager to ensure the smooth running of the school, delivering high-quality administrative, organisational and financial support. You will work in a busy, friendly environment and be required to lead a school office team with excellent IT and communication skills.

The role is fixed-term for 12 months, with a competitive salary, and opportunities for training and professional development within the BBCE Trust

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a school office and leading a team.
• Strong IT and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with staff, parents and community.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative, organisational and financial support.
• Lead a school office team and ensure smooth running of the school.
• Develop and maintain efficient processes and systems.

Skills

Administrative skills

Team leadership

IT skills

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

St Alban's Catholic Primary School

Westbourne Avenue

Newcastle Upon Tyne

Tyne and Wear

NE6 4HQ

This role is Fixed Term for a period of 12 months.

About the School

St Alban’s is a friendly, caring school with high expectations for all our pupils. We work closely with parents, carers, and the wider community to ensure the best outcomes for every child. Our mission is “Growing and Excelling in the Presence of God,” which guides everything we do and inspires our pupils, staff, and community to strive for excellence in all areas of school life.

The school is part of the Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust (BBCE Trust), a family of 34 primary schools and 5 high schools across Newcastle, North Tyneside, and Northumberland. At BBCE Trust, we are committed to providing the best possible education and fostering a supportive community in which all schools and staff can thrive.

Role Overview

• As our School Business Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the school. You will work in a busy, dynamic environment, providing high-quality administrative, organisational, and financial support. Excellent communication and IT skills are essential, alongside the ability to build strong relationships in a friendly, approachable, and professional manner.
• Experience of both working in a school office and of leading a team within a school, is essential.
• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Access to training and professional development
• Minimum 24 days holiday per year plus public holidays (pro-rata for term-time)
• Enhanced sick pay of up to 26 weeks full pay (after qualifying period)
• Eligibility for the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Family-friendly policies promoting health and wellbeing

Closing date: 12.00pm, Thursday 29th October 2026

Interviews: To be held shortly after the closing date