School Business Manager
School Business Manager – Permanent Term Time plus insets, up to 27.50 hours per week Slough SCP 30-35 £40,577–£45,775 FTE salary or Slough SCP 36-41 £46,782-£52,916 FTE salary - for an exceptional, highly experienced candidate PAY AWARD PENDING AS OF APRIL 2025
Due to the retirement of our current School Business Manager Penn Wood Primary and Nursery School is looking to appoint a highly motivated and skilled professional to join our team. We welcome applications from individuals with experience in school business management, or those with strong and relevant expertise in finance and resource management.This is a key leadership role, working in partnership with our current Senior School Business Manager to ensure the smooth and effective running of our school’s business operations.
The role is for 27.5 hours per week, with an actual salary of £27,358 to £30,862 (SCP 30–35), or £30,874 to £34,220 (SCP 36–41), pending pay award. While there are key times and days that will need to be covered, we are open to discussing a working pattern that supports both the needs of the school and the successful candidate.
We welcome applications from candidates who are looking to work a minimum of 21 hours per week. In such cases, the salary would be pro rata to reflect the agreed hours.
You will share responsibility for all aspects of finance and administration and will take the lead on specific areas including:
- Financial management
- Human resources and recruitment processes
- Staff induction
- Sports Premium funding
- Data protection
We are looking for someone who is confident, organised, and able to work strategically while also supporting day-to-day operations. If you are committed to making a difference in the lives of children through excellent business and operational support, we would love to hear from you.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and you will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.