SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER 1

Location

Woodland Community Primary School, Heathgate, Birch Green, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 6QH (342 on roll)

Tel: 01695 720018
School website: www.woodlandschool.co.uk

Summary

Following the promotion of our School Business Manager, Woodland is excited to have the opportunity to appoint a School Business Manager, to join our school team.

POST DETAILS

Grade 8 Business Manager (point 25)

Annual salary will be based on a 38 week contract  (pro rata) and a 38 hour week

Permanent contract

Preferable start date : May 2025 or as soon as there after

Applications and covering letters by Friday 7th March 2025 12pm

We are looking for a well-qualified, experienced professional to work alongside our Senior Leadership Team to contribute to the school’s strategic vision and leadership for all aspects of school in particular Finance, Personnel, Premises, Health and Safety, IT and Management Information Systems. The successful candidate will be expected to make a significant contribution to all areas of a busy school office.

We are looking for someone who:

Can demonstrate a commitment to the ethos of our school.

Has a proven record of outstanding practice.

Is highly motivated, enthusiastic, well organised and reliable.

Can use time management skills effectively.

Can work effectively as a part of a team and be flexible, energetic and keen to use initiative.

Is an excellent communicator with high levels of interpersonal skills.

Has high expectations of self and those around them.

Is approachable, friendly and have a good sense of humour.

Wants the best outcomes for all members of the whole school community.

We can offer you:

A caring and welcoming “family” school environment with high expectations.

A hard working and dedicated staff team and supportive governors.

Well behaved children and supportive parents and carers.

An opportunity to gain valuable experience of leadership and management.

Continuing professional development.

Support and development from SHARES (the local network of schools: see www.shareslancashire.co.uk)

Visits to our school are essential prior to the application. Please contact the school on 01695 720018.
Also please look at our website www.woodlandschool.co.uk

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

We look forward to hearing from you,

Keeley Taberner           Claire Cooper
Headteacher                 Chair of Governors

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Essential Qualifications

GCSE English and Maths Grade C or above (or equivalent)

Level 3 Business and Admin qualification or equivalent

Desirable Qualifications

Health and Safety qualifications

CSBM or DSBM (or willingness to study)

Essential Experience

Working with Microsoft Office packages

Line Management and supervision of teams

Ability to work as part of the whole school team

Good communication skills

Time management and organisational skills

Commitment to confidentiality

Effective ICT skills

Ability to lead and motivate others

Desirable Experience

Working in a school office environment

Schools administrative and financial systems (SIMS FMS)

Knowledge of LA funding and special school budgets

Managing Health and Safety

Experience of managing school business functions, including finance, HR and procurement

For an informal discussion please contact:

For an informal discussion, or to organise a look around school, please contact Mrs Taberner, Headteacher or Miss Beeley, Deputy Headteacher on 01695 720018

Proposed Interview Date:

20/03/2025 

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.