School Business Manager - Roberttown Junior & Infant School

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Job summary

A primary school is seeking an experienced Business Manager to oversee finance, human resources, and compliance. The ideal candidate should be positive, resilient and possess considerable financial knowledge. This role is term time plus 5 additional days, and the salary ranges from £28,375 to £33,602. The school promotes a strong culture of care and continuous professional development for all staff members.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Professional development opportunities

Positive school atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience working in school business matters is essential.
• Must be resilient and willing to engage in all aspects of school life.
• Understanding of pupil needs and safeguarding obligations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day finance and human resources management.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage school premises and resources effectively.

Skills

Positive mindset

Financial knowledge

Excellent communication

Health and Safety awareness

Organisational skills

Proactiveness

Job description

Organisation: Schools

Directorate: Primary Schools

Service Area: Roberttown CE (C) J & I School

Hours: 35 Hours per week Term time plus 5 days

Number of Jobs: 1

Location(s): Church Road, Dewsbury WF15 8BE

Position type: Permanent

Grade: 9 or 10 depending on experience

Salary: £28,375 - £33,602

Overview

Roberttown Junior & Infant School is seeking to appoint a suitably experienced, highly self‑motivated and positive‑minded Business Manager. This is a busy and rewarding role encompassing the day‑to‑day responsibility for finance, human resources, health and safety, premises management and compliance.

Responsibilities

Day‑to‑day responsibility for finance, human resources, health and safety, premises management and compliance.

Qualifications

• Is positive, resilient, well‑mannered and an excellent communicator.
• Has considerable financial knowledge and experience in Kirklees school business matters.
• Can look for value for money as well as quality in all resources and services.
• Is aware of Health and Safety protocols for schools and supports staff to meet guidelines.
• Is pro‑active, organised and able to lead and work with our friendly team whilst meeting appropriate deadlines.
• Is willing to become involved in all aspects of school life.
• Is understanding of pupil needs always ensuring they gain the best resources.
• Is aware of all aspects of safeguarding in school.

Benefits

• A motivated, professional, dedicated and friendly staff team with supportive Governors.
• Polite and happy children who enjoy coming to school.
• A good school at our most recent OFSTED.
• A strong culture of care for all staff throughout school.
• Commitment to continuous professional development to develop your career.

Equal Opportunity & Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Application Process

Applicants are encouraged to visit the school website https://www.roberttownschool.co.uk/ and contact the school on 01924 403532 or via email for further information.

To view job details and apply go to http://jobs.kirklees.gov.uk

Application forms should be returned to the attention of the Head Teacher by 9:00 am Monday 3rd November 2025.

Closing date: 03 November 2025, 9:00 AM