School Business Manager

School Business Manager

Location: Waltham Forest

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About Us

We are a dynamic and inclusive primary school located in Waltham Forest, dedicated to providing high-quality education for all students. We are seeking a passionate and committed School Business Manager to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering excellent education and training. Our school in Waltham Forest values the contributions of each staff member and fosters a collaborative atmosphere.

Job Role

As the School Business Manager, you will play a crucial role in the smooth operation of our school. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the school's financial resources, budgeting, and accounting
• Overseeing administrative functions to ensure efficient school operations
• Managing HR duties, including recruitment and staff training
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Contributing to the strategic planning and development of the school
• Leading on procurement and contract management
• Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to support the school's goals and objectives

What We Offer

You will be joining a friendly and engaging workplace in Waltham Forest with benefits including:

• A strong commitment to professional development and education and training opportunities
• A supportive and family-friendly working environment
• Employee counselling services
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunities to work collaboratively with dedicated staff
• Support from the Senior Leadership Team

Requirements

The successful School Business Manager will:

• Have experience in school business management or a similar role
• Possess strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting and financial planning
• Have excellent organizational and administrative skills
• Demonstrate a commitment to collaborative working
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be committed to promoting effective, inclusive education and training

Safeguarding

Our organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers, and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):

• Childcare disqualification
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
• Medical
• Online and social media
• Prohibition from teaching
• Right to work
• Satisfactory references
• Suitability to work with children

You must inform us of any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

We look forward to welcoming a new School Business Manager to our dedicated team. Join us in Waltham Forest and contribute to the effective management and success of our school, making a significant impact on our students' education and training.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.