School Business Manager

Job Details Company Job DetailsSchool Business ManagerWanted as soon as possibleSalary scale: Grade 7 (SCP 18-23)Hours: 37 hours per week, all-year round contractChrist Church C of E Primary School is a large primary school with a nursery provision, serving our local community in Coseley. Our vision for our community is ‘Aspiring together through love’. We believe that each member of our school community is loved as a unique child of God. We want all members of our community – pupils, staff, parents and carers - to recognise their value and worth, aspiring to flourish in all aspects of their life. We aim to promote Christian education of the highest quality, with real, purposeful learning experiences which inspire and motivate all children in achieving their very best.We are privileged to be a founding member of Elements Diocesan Learning Trust. Our Trust enables our staff and children to come together alongside like-minded people to speak with one shared voice and ensure that all members of our learning community can reach their full potential.Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for education and operational excellence? We're looking for a dynamic School Business Manager to lead our administrative and financial operations, ensuring our school runs smoothly and efficiently.  This is a pivotal role at the heart of our school—where your expertise in finance, HR, and resource management will directly support pupil success, staff wellbeing, and long-term sustainability. If you're passionate about creating a thriving school environment and want to be part of a forward-thinking leadership team, we’d love to hear from you.Your RoleOversee finance, HR, premises, and administration functionsManage budgets, forecasts, and financial reportingLead on compliance, health & safety, and risk managementSupport the Headteacher and Governors with strategic planningDrive improvements in efficiency, sustainability, and value for moneyWhat We're Looking ForProven experience in school business management or similar roleStrong financial acumen and leadership skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesA commitment to education, equity, and community impactRelevant qualifications This is an exciting opportunity to join a fantastic team which shares an ambition to provide the best possible environment in which to educate our children.In return we can offer: A highly supportive induction periodA vibrant school community where your work makes a differenceEnthusiastic and friendly children who are keen to learnExcellent opportunities for professional developmentAn opportunity to be a member of our exceptionally supportive, knowledgeable and dedicated staff teamHigh expectations for children and staffWider networking and professional development across our TrustOnline Checks In line with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education) 2025 we will complete online searches (including publicly available social media profiles) as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. If anything is identified as part of these checks they will be discussed with you at interview. If any safeguarding concerns are identified we reserve the right to withdraw your application. Christ Church C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and clearances, including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed to employers and, if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. More information can be found here: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK ( www.gov.uk ) Elements Diocesan Learning Trust is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for all pupils, staff, parents and carers, receiving services from Elements Diocesan Learning Trust academy, irrespective of race, gender, disability, faith or religion or social and economic background. We aim to develop a culture of inclusion and diversity in which all those connected to each academy within the trust feels proud of their identity and able to participate fully in academy life.  If you share our vision of helping every member of our community to flourish, we would love to hear from you.Visits to the school are welcome and can be booked by contacting Miss Rebecca Edkins, Headteacher, on 01384 818375.Application deadline: Thursday 27th November 2025Interviews expected to take place on: Tuesday 2nd December 2025Attached documentsSchool Business Manager Person Specification Christ Church.pdfSchool Business Manager Job Descrption Christ Chuch.pdfCompanyTop tip when applying – As we’ve got a new recruitment system the application process has changed a little and we hope you’ll like it! You’ll first need to register and create a profile the first time you apply. Creating your profile will enable you do things such as track your application progress, view emails you’ve received from us and manage communication preferences, manage your interview bookings and offer information if successful.About Dudley CouncilIt’s an incredibly exciting time to work in Dudley Council as we embark on numerous multi-million pound regeneration schemes which will be real game-changers for the borough. In addition to the exciting schemes such as the Midland Metro we also have the ongoing and very serious challenges of ensuring vulnerable people across the borough receive the services they deserve.At Dudley Council we have a ‘one council’ ethos that builds an effective and dynamic organisation which grows the economy and creates jobs, creating a cleaner and greener place and supports stronger and safer communities.We are rightly proud to be the historic capital of the Black Country and, working with our partners, Dudley Council is also committed to looking forward and helping to deliver our borough vision of ‘Forge a Future for all’ www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.ukWe ensure communities influence council decisions and are committed to delivering services in partnership with communities. We provide flexible and responsive service in partnership and help communities help themselves.In joining a local authority that serves 320,000 residents you will become an integral part of a council that: is ready to embrace change, providing an environment in which you will be encouraged to make your mark is aware of its key challenges and the need for a new energy to innovate the council, in order to find cost effective ways of delivering services has aligned its political and managerial leadership structures and is committed to protecting, securing and transforming the lives of children, families, the vulnerable and older people wants borough residents to have their say through our community forums dedicates time to meaningful consultation and listen to the views of our residents is working with the community to encourage active involvement of our residentsWe want to leave a legacy of a better future for the borough that reflects Dudley borough’s potential and harnesses the ambitions of the people we serve. For more information see our Council Plan www.dudley.gov.uk/council-community/plan-policies-and-strategies/council-plan , Dudley Borough Vision for 2030, Forging a Future for All www.dudleyboroughvision2030.org.uk and key information about the borough and its communities at All about Dudley Borough www.allaboutdudley.infoCompany InfoWebsitehttp://www.dudley.gov.uk/Telephone01384 811300LocationDudley Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil HousePriory RoadDudleyWest MidlandsDY1 1HFGB