SBM Vacancy - Community Primary School in Richmond!

School Business Manager Vacancy

Community Primary School in Richmond, London
Start Date: ASAP
Full-Time / Permanent

A welcoming and inclusive community primary school in Richmond is seeking to appoint a dedicated and experienced School Business Manager to join its supportive leadership team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, proactive and solutions-focused professional to play a key role in the effective financial and operational management of the school. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher, senior leaders, governors and staff to ensure the school operates efficiently, safely and in line with statutory and financial requirements.

Job Overview

The School Business Manager will have responsibility for a broad range of financial, operational and administrative functions, helping to ensure the school has the resources, systems and processes needed to provide an excellent learning environment for pupils.

Working as a key member of the school's leadership structure, you will oversee school finance, budgeting, procurement, premises, health and safety, contracts and administrative services. You will provide accurate financial and operational information to support effective decision-making and contribute to the school's strategic development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, monitoring expenditure and financial reporting.

• Ensure financial processes and controls comply with relevant statutory, local authority and school requirements.

• Prepare financial information and reports for the Headteacher, senior leadership team and governors.

• Oversee payroll, purchasing, invoicing, banking, reconciliations and other financial administration.

• Manage procurement processes and negotiate effectively with suppliers and contractors to achieve value for money.

• Oversee premises, facilities, maintenance, cleaning, security and site-related services.

• Coordinate health and safety, risk assessments, compliance checks and statutory inspections.

• Manage contracts, service agreements and relationships with external suppliers and professional services.

• Support HR and staff administration, including recruitment processes, contracts, payroll liaison and maintaining appropriate records.

• Ensure effective administrative systems are in place across the school and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.

• Work closely with the Headteacher and governors on strategic planning, resource management and school improvement priorities.

• Support safeguarding and ensure operational procedures contribute to a safe and secure environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

• Contribute to audits, inspections and compliance requirements, ensuring documentation and records are accurate and up to date.

The School

This welcoming community primary school in Richmond is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive environment in which every child can thrive. The school values strong relationships between pupils, staff, families and the wider community.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative leadership team and play an important role in ensuring the school's financial and operational arrangements support its educational priorities. This is an opportunity for a School Business Manager who enjoys working in a varied role and wants to make a meaningful contribution to the wider life of a school.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a welcoming community primary school in Richmond.

• Supportive and collaborative leadership team.

• Varied School Business Manager role with responsibility across finance and operations.

• Opportunity to contribute to strategic school improvement.

• Professional development and opportunities to broaden your school business management experience.

• A positive and inclusive working environment.

• The opportunity to make a direct contribution to the effective running of the school and the experience of pupils and staff.

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in school business management, finance, operations or a closely related educational setting.

• Strong knowledge of school finance, budgeting, financial controls and reporting.

• Experience of working with senior leaders and governors and providing clear financial and operational advice.

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.

• Experience managing procurement, contracts, premises, facilities and health and safety processes.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff, parents, suppliers and external organisations.

• A proactive and solution-focused approach to managing operational challenges.

• Strong IT and financial systems skills, with confidence working with Microsoft Office and relevant finance or school management systems.

• An understanding of safeguarding, compliance and the importance of maintaining a safe school environment.

• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative school leadership team.

• A commitment to supporting an inclusive community and ensuring school resources are managed effectively and responsibly.

Application

To be considered for this School Business Manager opportunity at a community primary school in Richmond, please submit your CV as soon as possible.