School Business Manager

School Business Manager £47,925 - £54,360 per annum (Scale PO3 – PO4) Linked Grade 36 hours per week Permanent Full time TTO +2 weeks (Pro rata) or All year round Required: September 2026 Are you an experienced and dynamic school business professional who thrives on leading change, shaping systems and building strong, effective teams? Do you want to play a key strategic role in driving improvement and shaping the future of a thriving, ambitious primary school? Albemarle is a happy, inclusive and forward-thinking school with a strong commitment to collaboration, high standards and professional growth. Under the leadership of our newly appointed Headteacher, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact, leading change, shaping practice and ensuring the school runs smoothly and sustainably for years to come. The role We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated School Business Manager to join the leadership team at Albemarle Primary School in Southfields. You will lead on finance, premises, operations, HR and compliance, delivering efficient and effective processes across the school. You will play an integral role in shaping a newly forming office team and developing streamlined, future-focused systems that enable staff to do their best work for our children. What we are looking for: • A CSBM/DSBM qualification (or equivalent or working towards one) • Strategic insight and the ability to lead and improve systems • Experience supporting HR processes • Strong ICT skills (Arbor, Access, MS Office) • Excellent organisation, problem-solving and prioritisation skills • Experience of managing and motivating teams • Great communication skills and a collaborative approach • Commitment to inclusion, high standards and continuous improvement • Understanding of health and safety in a school context What we can offer: • Happy, enthusiastic children who love learning and are proud of their school • A caring, committed and supportive staff team