School Business Manager - Shirley Heath Junior School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated School Business Manager to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring efficient operations across finance, HR, and administration, directly supporting the Head Teacher and contributing to the overall leadership of the school. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to manage diverse stakeholder relationships. Join a supportive environment committed to professional development and the welfare of children, where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Commitment to High Standards

Qualifications

• Highly developed leadership skills to inspire others.
• Ability to manage a wide range of stakeholders.
• Proficient in budget management and financial oversight.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support in finance, HR, and administration.
• Support the Head Teacher and manage financial administration staff.
• Participate in Senior Leadership meetings as necessary.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Budget Management

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Initiative

Job description

SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER Shirley Heath Junior School
TERM: To begin September 2025 Permanent, term time.

SALARY: Band E £31,586 to £42,708 pro rata HOURS: 32.5 hours per week, 40 weeks per term (term time, Inset days plus one week)

We are looking for an enthusiastic, forward-thinking, well-motivated School Business Manager to join our supportive team. As School Business Manager, you will be expected to provide a confidential and efficient, high quality support service in the areas of finance, premises management, HR and administration to facilitate the smooth running of the school, including providing daily support to the Head Teacher and line management support to financial administration staff, the Site Manager and Kids’ Club Manager. You will also be part of Senior Leadership meetings when necessary. You will be an excellent communicator, forward-thinker and creative leader who is able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills.

We are looking for someone who:
• Has highly developed leadership skills and the ability to inspire others

• Has the ability to manage a wide range of stakeholders

• Is able to manage a budget successfully and efficiently

• Can take ownership for their work and use their initiative

In return we can offer you:

• The opportunity to develop the role

• Supportive environment with a strong commitment to high quality professional development

• Extremely hard working and committed staff, who all strive for the very best for the children

Shirley Heath Junior School was judged by Ofsted in September 2024 to be outstanding in all areas. Solihull MBC and Shirley Heath Junior School are Equal Opportunities employers. The purpose of the Safer Recruitment and Selection Policy is to ensure that the School selects the most suitable person for the job based on merit, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, age or religious belief. Solihull MBC and Shirley Heath Junior School has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) and where relevant workforce checks and safeguarding checks as appropriate. With effect from September 2022 we will now be undertaking an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process.

CLOSING DATE: 9am Thursday 15th May 2025

INTERVIEWS: Monday Tuesday 20th May 2025

If you are interested in the position, please send in an application form which is available from the school with a covering letter.
Mrs K Evans, Headteacher, Shirley Heath Junior School, Coombe Road, Shirley, Solihull West Midlands B90 3DS 0121-744 1339. E-mail: [e-mail]

Attached documents
JDPS.pdf
Standard Job Application Form DBS SCHOOLS v5.1 March 2023 Updated.doc
Advert.pdf