SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER

Location

Central Lancaster High School, Crag Road, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 3LS (589 on roll)

Tel: 01524 32636
School website: www.lancasterhigh.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

The Bay Learning Trust is seeking to appoint a School Business Manager to lead and manage the daily functions of a school, specifically in the areas of Finance, School Administration, Catering, Premises, Facilities, ICT and HR and Payroll at Central Lancaster High School.

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.

Please note that this vacancy closes at 9am on 22/04/2025

Essential Qualifications

Educated to level 3 or above (A level or equivalent

Maths & English GCSE at grade C or above (or equivalent).

Desirable Qualifications

Evidence of continuous professional development, including SBM qualification

Relevant professional qualification at level 4 or above (e.g. finance, management etc.)

A recognised accounting qualification (e.g. AAT)

IT qualification.

Essential Experience

Experience of financial planning, budget setting, monitoring and reporting

Experience in the use of financial management systems

A proven ability to problem-solve and achieve results

The ability to manage own and others’ workloads appropriately, with the enthusiasm, stamina and passion to enthuse and motivate others; also to prioritise, evaluate and manage all areas of responsibility and accountability.

Desirable Experience

Knowledge of accounting concepts and principles, including Charities SORP

Experience of HR procedures and knowledge of employment legislation

Management of teams

Knowledge and understanding of payroll processes

Knowledge of education funding

For an informal discussion please contact:

Mrs V Crossman - Acting Headteacher - 01524 32636

Proposed Interview Date:

30/04/2025 

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.