Overview
Park Road Junior Infant and Nursery School is an ambitious, inclusive, multi‑cultural and caring school that continues to be graded as “Good” by Ofsted. The Governors, staff and pupils are seeking to appoint an outstanding School Business Manager to join our dedicated team and play a key role in the strategic leadership and day‑to‑day management of the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the school’s financial, administrative and operational functions, including budgeting, monitoring and reporting.
- Maintain and improve administrative systems and processes to ensure efficient support for teaching and learning.
- Provide strategic advice and support to the Headteacher and Governors on business matters.
- Oversee premises, health and safety, and compliance management.
- Lead, manage and develop support staff, fostering a positive team culture.
- Work effectively under pressure, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
Qualifications and Skills
- Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, monitoring and reporting.
- Experience of managing administrative systems and processes effectively.
- Ability to provide strategic advice and support to senior leadership.
- Experience of premises, health and safety, and compliance management.
- Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Leadership experience with support staff and team culture development.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Commitment to supporting the school’s ethos and values.
What We Offer
- A happy, inclusive school serving a diverse community.
- Enthusiastic, friendly and well‑behaved children who enjoy learning.
- A supportive and committed team of staff and Governors.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- A leadership role where you can make a real impact on the running of the school.
- A strong local partnership of schools.
Additional Information
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
Visits to the school are encouraged and warmly welcomed. If you require further information or wish to arrange a visit, please contact the school on 01924 326728 or visit the school website.
To apply, please complete the application form and submit a supporting statement outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the role.
Closing date: noon Wednesday 20th May 2026.
Important Information
This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level; please refer to the Job Description/Profile. We encourage you to read our school website for further information.
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