BUSINESS MANAGER 2

Location

Sherwood Primary School, Sherwood Way, Fulwood, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 9GA (425 on roll)

Tel: 01772 719093
School website: www.sherwood.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

The Headteacher and Governors of Sherwood Primary School are looking to appoint a highly organised, flexible, forward-thinking and innovative Business Manager for our large two-form entry Primary School. The successful candidate requires relevant experience in financial management, health and safety, human resources, compliance and administration. This role is being offered at Grade 9 and reflects the level of prior experience required by the successful candidate. This role is for 52 weeks per year, 37 hours per week.

Sherwood Primary School is at the heart of a thriving community, with 428 pupils on roll. The successful candidate will form part of the School Leadership Team, working closely with the Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher and Business Support Officer. The role includes the administration of our thriving Before and After School Club, that provides our School with additional income. The successful candidate will be required to attend all Governors meetings, acting as Clerk to Governor Committee Meetings and Management Committee meetings for BASE.

This is a full-time position commencing as soon as possible after May Half term, on a permanent contract. The ideal candidate will have had prior experience of working in a School environment in a Business Manager role or a candidate who can demonstrate how their experience and skills can transfer to our school environment. Candidates must have experience of managing budgets and finance.

Sherwood Primary School has a dedicated staff team, supportive families and children who arrive at School every day ready to learn. Our School was graded as Outstanding in all areas of the Ofsted Framework in October 2024. The successful candidate will therefore play a vital role in maintaining the exceptional standards achieved by the School in all aspects of work. 

The successful candidate will be

Highly motivated, forward looking and aspirational.

Conscientious and has a reliable work ethic.

Hardworking, resilient, and a flexible individual.

Able to work with high levels of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.

Able to lead and plan with agility and a long-term perspective.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop and progress professionally and to have a positive impact upon our School and children’s learning.

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

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 that references for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview. Candidates will be notified if they have bene shortlisted for the role w/c 22nd April 2025 with a view to interviews taking place w/c 28th April 2025.

Essential Qualifications

5 GCSEs including Maths and English Grade C or above

School Business Manager specific qualification i.e. DSBM, CSBM or relevant finance qualification or willingness to undertake

Desirable Qualifications

A degree

Accountancy experience/ qualification

Essential Experience

Experience of undertaking a School Business Manager role in the education sector or other has transferrable skills from another industry.

Experience of working in a busy client facing office environment, handling a large variety of activities.

Experience of strategic financial planning and budget setting.

Experience of office and business administration.

Experience of Health and Safety systems.

Desirable Experience

Supporting the work of the School Governing Body.

Working in a School Environment.

Working alongside Senior Leaders to support strategic planning.

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact Mrs Jodie Lumb at Sherwood Primary School for a discussion or to arrange a visit.

Proposed Interview Date:

28/04/2025 

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.