🍎📚 Join our Team as a Senior School Business Partner at Wheatfield Primary School! 📚🍎
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Grade 6, £40,777 - £44,075 FTE p.a. (Actual Salary based on weeks worked and hours: £29,896 - £32,314 per annum)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 30 hours per week (exact days to be agreed), term time only (including INSET days). The post-holder will also be required to work 2 weeks during school holidays, to be mutually agreed upon locally.
Application Closing Date: Friday, 20th March 2026 (4pm) - We recommend early application as the school reserves the right to close the advert prior to the stated deadline date
Interview Date: W/C 29th March 2026
The Role – A School-Based Leadership Opportunity
Are you a highly organised and strategic operational leader looking to make a direct impact at school level? Working as one of our senior School Business Partners, you will be a key member of the school’s leadership team, ensuring the smooth and efficient management of school operations.
This is a school-based role, working closely with the Headteacher and senior leaders to provide expert guidance on finance, payroll, HR, estates, procurement, health and safety, GDPR, and business operations. Your leadership will help the school maximize resources, drive efficiency, and ensure compliance with Trust policies and legal requirements, enabling Headteachers to focus on teaching, learning, and school improvement.
This role requires someone who thrives on multitasking, problem-solving, and bringing structure to operational processes—if you love being the go-to person for keeping things running smoothly, this is the job for you!
We are looking for someone who:
- Is super organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities at once.
- Holds a degree or higher-level qualification in a relevant subject, CSBM and or DSBM.
- Has experience in finance, HR, estates, office management, or school business operations.
- Has line management experience, with strong leadership skills to develop teams, drive improvements, and implement best practices.
- Is proactive, solution-focused, and committed to making a positive impact on school operations.
- Can work independently while also collaborating with Headteachers, governors, and the Trust central team.
Please refer to the candidate information pack for more information about this role.
The School and Trust:
Wheatfield Primary School is a proud member of The Leaf Trust, The Trust comprises 17 schools — 13 primary, two infant, and two junior — and is committed to creating exceptional learning environments that serve and reflect our local communities. We are delighted to be part of a Trust that champions joyful, inclusive Primary and Early Years education rooted in strong relationships and shared values.
At Wheatfield Primary school, our children are at the heart of everything we do. We prioritise building trusting relationships and positive connections across our school family so that all children can experience success without limits. Our aim is for all members of our school community to be “Inspired to achieve”.
We are a nurturing and ambitious school, where children are supported by skilled, dedicated staff and encouraged to be confident, respectful, and resilient learners. Our friendly team works in close partnership with families to ensure that every child feels safe, seen, and inspired to succeed.
What We Can Offer You:
- A Great Working Environment: Experience a supportive and motivating workplace with a skilled, dedicated, hard-working staff team, who exude positivity and are good humoured.
- Professional Growth: We are deeply committed to staff development and offer excellent Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities tailored to your needs. In addition to CPD, staff can take advantage of various apprenticeship opportunities, providing practical experience and personal growth.
- Pathways for Progression: As part of a network of 17 schools, you'll find numerous opportunities for career advancement and the chance to take on exciting new challenges.
- Employee Wellbeing: At our school, your wellbeing is paramount. We conduct an annual staff survey to ensure your voice is heard, and our dedicated Wellbeing Committees provide support and resources to promote a healthy work-life balance.
- Financial Benefits: We value our staff and offer excellent pension packages for both teaching and support staff, providing financial security for your future. Additionally, take advantage of our Cycle to Work Scheme, enabling you to save money on commuting expenses, and our discount retail platform, helping you save money on various purchases.
We encourage you to browse our respective websites for more information about Wheatfield Primary School and The Leaf Trust.
📝 How to Apply
All applicants are advised to refer to the candidate information pack, which includes the job description and specification, before submitting an application. If you feel that your skills and experience match the requirements of this post then please submit an Application Form outlining reasons for applying and suitability for the role. In order to do so, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button. Please be advised, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy, we do not accept CV’s.
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