School Business Manager - Woolston CE Primary School

Warrington; Warrington; Hybride; GBP 42 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Woolston CE Primary School in Warrington is seeking a highly organised School Business Manager to join our school community. The role works closely with the Headteacher, SLT and Governing Body to ensure finances, people, premises, systems and resources are managed strategically.

The successful candidate will support the school's development and ensure resources are used efficiently to benefit pupils. Hours are 37 per week, term time plus one week, with DBS checks required.

Qualifications

• Strong financial, organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to manage budgets accurately and provide financial advice
• Understanding of value for money and risk management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsabilités

• Manage financial planning, budgeting and reporting for the school
• Oversee procurement, contract management and compliance
• Lead HR administration and workforce processes
• Ensure health and safety compliance and safeguarding procedures
• Coordinate school administration, systems and data
• Line manage and develop staff
• Support Headteacher and governors with strategic decisions

Description du poste

School Business Manager - Woolston CE Primary School

The role

An exciting opportunity to join our school

Woolston CE Primary School is seeking to appoint an organised, proactive and highly effective School Business Manager to join our school community.

This is a key role within the school, working closely with the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body to ensure that the school's finances, people, premises, systems and resources are managed effectively and strategically.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the school's continued development and ensuring that resources are used efficiently to support the best possible outcomes for our pupils.

The role will include responsibility for:

• financial and budget management;
• financial monitoring and reporting;
• procurement and contract management;
• HR administration and workforce processes;
• health and safety and compliance;
• school administration and systems;
• line management and staff development;
• supporting the Headteacher and governors with strategic decision-making.

We are looking for someone who:

• has strong financial, organisational and administrative skills;
• can manage budgets accurately and provide clear financial advice;
• understands the importance of value for money;
• can manage competing priorities and meet deadlines;
• has excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• can build positive relationships with staff, governors and external providers;
• is confident identifying risks and finding practical solutions;
• can work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team;
• demonstrates high levels of integrity, discretion and confidentiality;
• is committed to safeguarding and the wellbeing of children.

Experience of working within a school environment and knowledge of school financial systems would be advantageous.

We can offer:

• a welcoming and supportive school community;
• a committed and professional staff team;
• supportive leadership and governors;
• an opportunity to make a genuine strategic contribution;
• a varied, challenging and rewarding role.

Woolston CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate the skills, experience and commitment required for this important role.

Key dates and Information

Interview date: 5 November 2026

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time + 1 week

30 October 2026

Job documents

Location

Woolston CE Primary School, Epping Drive, Woolston, Warrington, WA1 4QL