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School Business Manager

Flitwick Lower School · Bedford · Central Bedfordshire

Job description

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated School Business Manager for this key role, leading on all aspects of finance, HR, IT and premises management. You will have excellent leadership and organisational skills as well as the ability to relate to and build trust with a variety of stakeholders.

The successful applicant will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team, helping drive our school forward to further success, making a difference to the education and opportunities of our students every day.

This is a full-time, permanent position but could be offered on a part-time basis depending on the needs of the school and the skills and experience of the appointed candidate.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

have a proven track record of effective financial management

have the ability to work using their own initiative, prioritising and meeting deadlines

have experience of leading and managing a team

have knowledge of current health and safety law

have experience of payroll and HR management

report to the Head Teacher and governing board and be able to support the school in meeting all statutory requirements

Ideally have relevant school experience and knowledge of school management procedures and/or have experience of managing infra-structure development projects

In return we can offer you:

a warm, supportive and vibrant school community

support of a strong governing board and Senior Leadership Team

further training and support with your career advancement.

About this school

Flitwick Lower School

Community school · Primary · Ages 2–9

Not rated
Pupils
318
Avg teacher salary
£48,044
Pupil:teacher ratio
24.6:1

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

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Location

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Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, MK45 1LU