School Business Manager

Buckingham Primary School is a happy and caring school at the heart of the community in Hampton, London. An opportunity has arisen for a pro-active and well-organised individual to fill this rewarding role. The Headteacher, Mrs Boyle, would be delighted to meet you and show you around our school. Please telephone the school office to arrange a visit.

The School Business Manager strategically leads: Finance, HR, Procurement, Health and Safety, and line manages administrative and premises staff.

We are looking for a friendly, flexible person ideally with experience in a school setting (or in an accounting role). Applicants should be experienced in working at a strategic level and be able to demonstrate strong budget management skills:

• Financial expertise and budget management skills
• Knowledge and experience of business disciplines for example, HR, procurement and premises
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• IT proficient, with sound knowledge of Excel and Word
• Knowledge of school MIS and other IT software systems
• Willingness to contribute to all areas of school life
• Self-motivated and able to work using initiative

With excellent communication and teamwork skills and a high level of computer literacy, you will play a crucial role in supporting the operational leadership of the school:

• Budgeting and Finance: Overseeing financial planning, management, and reporting
• Human Resources: Managing HR functions, including staff recruitment and development
• Site Management: Running of the school buildings and grounds, ensuring health and safety standards are maintained
• Administration Teams: Leading and supporting office staff to ensure efficient administration processes. Managing key support services (catering, IT etc.)

Experience of working effectively in a school setting is desirable, as is experience of liaising with all levels of school staff, governors, pupils and third-party suppliers. You should have excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills, and an enthusiasm for working with young people.

Please refer to the job description attached to see the full role details.

Applications close: 12.00 p.m. Tuesday 6th May 2025

We reserve the right to appoint a candidate earlier than this date should we find the right person.

Safeguarding Statement

References will be requested and online searches undertaken for short-listed candidates. The appointed candidate will be required to successfully complete a DBS check and other checks prior to employment. It is an offence to apply for this role if an applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants can review the school's Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy on the school website.