Strategic School Operations & Resources Lead (Part-Time)

West Sussex County Council; Cootham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Albourne CofE Primary School is seeking a proactive School Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team and drive efficient administrative and operational systems. You will lead support staff, manage budgets and resources, coordinate HR/payroll, and oversee ICT, premises, contracts and health & safety to support learning.

A strategic thinker with strong safeguarding commitment is essential. You will work 22.2 hours per week during term time, with 2 weeks additional, and report to the

Qualifications

• Experience of HR, payroll, data and compliance.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Able to manage budgets and resources.
• Experience in school administration is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop school support staff and contribute to SLT decisions.
• Support the Headteacher to ensure the school meets its educational aims.
• Oversee ICT, premises, contracts and health & safety with confidence.
• Manage financial resources, MIS and HR processes to support learning objectives.
• Promote safeguarding and data protection across the school.
• Collaborate with staff, families, governors and partners to drive the Albourne Way.

Skills

Budget management

Leadership

HR & payroll

ICT management

Data protection

Contracts management

Health & safety

Job description

Albourne CofE Primary School is seeking a proactive School Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team and drive efficient administrative and operational systems. You will lead support staff, manage budgets and resources, coordinate HR/payroll, and oversee ICT, premises, contracts and health & safety to support learning.

A strategic thinker with strong safeguarding commitment is essential. You will work 22.2 hours per week during term time, with 2 weeks additional, and report to the