BUSINESS MANAGER 1

Location

Whalley Church Of England Primary School, Church Lane, Whalley, Clitheroe, BB7 9SY (311 on roll)

Tel: 01254 823348
School website: www.whalleyceprimary.co.uk

Summary

With the upcoming retirement of our current Business Manager, who has worked with us for nineteen years, the Headteacher and Governors of Whalley Primary School are looking to find a replacement who will make a similarly positive contribution to the life of our school. All candidates must be organised, flexible, forward-thinking and innovative, but above all must help to maintain the strong welcoming and team ethos which is present in the school.

Whalley CE Primary School is located at the heart of the village and the school has strong links with the church, with parents and the community. The school has experienced a significant increase in numbers over the past few years and there are now 310 pupils on roll. The successful candidate will support the School Leadership Team, working closely with the Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher, Phase Leaders and Business Support Officer to oversee the finances, help develop key policies and with matters relating to staffing.

This role is being offered at Grade 8 (Business manager 1) and the role is for term time only (pro-rata) and for 37 hours per week.

This is a full-time position starting in September 25, on a permanent contract.

The ideal candidate will have had prior experience of working in a School environment and can demonstrate how their experience and skills can transfer to our school. The successful candidate requires relevant experience in financial management, health and safety procedures, human resources, safeguarding, buildings and administration. Candidates must have experience of managing budgets and finance and the successful candidate will be required to produce reports for and to attend Governors Resources meetings.

Please note that references for shortlisted candidates will be requested prior to interview.

Candidates will be notified if they have been shortlisted for the role w/c 19th May 2025 with a view to interviews taking place w/c 2nd June 2025.

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.

The closing date is 12 noon 16/05/2025

Essential Qualifications

5 GCSE’s grade A*- C (inc English & Maths) or equivalent

Qualification in School Business Management (CSBM) or equivalent (or willingness to undertake)

Essential Experience

Experience of working in a school environment in an admin/finance role

Demonstrable experience in finance and personnel management

Experience of financial management. Ability to plan, monitor and manage any delegated budget; high skills of numeracy and accuracy.

Experience of management of HR and Personnel Services

Desirable Experience

Understanding of Schools Financial Value Standard

Experience of management of H&S

For an informal discussion please contact:

You are welcome to contact school for a discussion or to arrange a visit.

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.