Strategic School Business Manager: Finance, Ops & Growth

Bury Council; Walshaw; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Staff wellbeing & work-life balance

Strategic influence

Job summary

Chantlers Primary School in Bury invites applications for a skilled School Business Manager to lead finance, administration, HR, premises, compliance and health and safety, catering and supporting events. The role starts on 1 January 2027 and sits within the senior leadership team.

You will work with the Headteacher, Governors and staff to secure efficient operations and value for money while upholding inclusion and high life chances for children and families.

Qualifications

• Has substantial experience in business, finance or operational management.
• Excellent financial management and budgeting skills.
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Exceptional organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Strategic thinker with attention to operational detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage school business functions including finance, administration, HR, premises, compliance and health and safety, catering and events.
• Support the Headteacher, Governors and senior leaders to ensure efficient operation.
• Build positive relationships with staff, parents and external partners.
• Uphold safeguarding, inclusion and high outcomes for all children.

Skills

Leadership experience

Financial management

Budgeting

Communication

Strategic thinking

Job description

Chantlers Primary School in Bury invites applications for a skilled School Business Manager to lead finance, administration, HR, premises, compliance and health and safety, catering and supporting events. The role starts on 1 January 2027 and sits within the senior leadership team.

You will work with the Headteacher, Governors and staff to secure efficient operations and value for money while upholding inclusion and high life chances for children and families.