SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER - PRESTON AREA

Location

, PR4

Summary

LTA / Reed Education are seeking a School Business Manager to support a committed and caring Primary School in the Preston area. This role is a maternity cover and is a full-time temporary position covering 5 days per week, from 08:00-16.00 with a 30 min lunch totalling 37.5 hours a week. This role is starting after Easter from April 21st (Maternity cover)

An enhanced children DBS will be required that is on the update service and knowledge of school systems e.g. Sims and finance 6. 

Day-to-day of the role:

Oversee the financial management of the school, ensuring efficient budgeting and financial reporting using Finance 6.
Manage administrative systems and processes to enhance operational efficiency, utilising SIMS software.
Collaborate with other staff members to support the overall strategic planning and management of the school
Ensure compliance with educational regulations and standards.

Handle procurement and contract management, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality control.
Support the headteacher and other staff in the development and implementation of school policies and procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven experience in business management, preferably within a preschool environment.
Proficiency in SIMS and Finance 6 software.
Strong understanding of financial and administrative management in an educational setting.
Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

In return, what we will offer you:

• Free Continuous Professional Development through LCC
• Access to Reed discount club and pension scheme
• Help and advice on career development and interview preparation
• Paid in line with LCC
• Excellent support and guidance from your dedicated consultant, specifically focused on school business manager & bursar roles/positions

Reed Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, including a Children’s barred list check and satisfactory referencing. Reed are committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services.

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 this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application. Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request. 

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.

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.