Albany Village Primary School - School Business Manager
Albany Village Primary School
Crossgill
Albany
Washington
NE37 1UA
Telephone: 0191 4155 700
School Business Manager
andnbsp;Required for 1st April 2025
andnbsp;Salary: Grade 6 Point 22-25 (andpound;32,654 - andpound;35,235 FTE pro rata andndash; actual for 25 hours andpound;19,411 andndash; andpound;20,935)
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Hours: 25 hours per week, Term Time only andndash; 39 weeks per year. (We are willing to discuss the application of these hours across the school week with the appointed candidate andndash; the hours will be undertaken in the school office but occasionally work may be required or permitted off-site).
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Albany Village Primary is a friendly, community focused and inclusive school in Washington.andnbsp; We strive to make our school an excitingandnbsp;place for our children to learn and reach their full potential.
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Due to the retirement of the current post-holder, we have an exciting opportunity for a School Business Manager to join our supportive and positive team. This role is truly varied and interesting and would suit someone who is self-motivated, enthusiastic and has excellent communication skills to be able to relate well with parents, pupils and visitors.
andnbsp;We are looking for an individual that: -
can demonstrate high standards and expectations of themselveshas a positive, flexible approach and strong interpersonal skills.
reflects the ability to stay calm under challenging circumstances.
possesses the ability to find creative solutions to the operational challenges of the school.
is an experienced Business Professional with a working understanding of school finance and administration systemsandnbsp;
The successful candidate will:
Be responsible for the strategic and operational aspects of the business functions of the school, which include finance, procurement, health and safety, human resources and infrastructureAdvise on and implement the day-to-day administrative support that enables the school to operate efficiently and effectively, allowing other members of the leadership team to focus on teaching and learning
Manage the schoolandrsquo;s financial processes, including Service Level Agreements, the purchase of goods, placing orders and the setting of the Budget through the SAP System.
Liaise with external contractors.
Support the Head Teacher in preparing information for reporting to the schoolandrsquo;s Governing Body
Be responsible for annual audits/returns, termly CENSUS Returns and all aspects relating to the leasing of the building, including reimbursement of the service charge and rent agreements.andnbsp;
What we can offer you:
A friendly, welcoming staff who work to provide the best possible experiences for children whilst working collaboratively as a team.A well-resourced school with extensive facilities.
An enjoyable working environment surrounded by children with a passion for learning and highly skilled staff seeking to help them to andrsquo;Reach for the Stars.andrsquo; Free after school and breakfast club provision for staff with children at Albany Village Primary.andnbsp;
If you are interested, please contact Mrs G A Wears, School Business Manager on 0191 4155700 or via email to info@albanyvillageprimary.org.uk.
andnbsp;A visit to the school will be from 1:30 pm on Wednesday 5th February.andnbsp;andnbsp; Please contact the School Office to book a place on this visit andndash; thank you. andnbsp;
andnbsp;Closing date: 10:00 am Wednesday 12th February 2025. Interviews to be held w/c 17th February 2025.
andnbsp;Please note: Supporting statements within the body of the application form must address how candidates meet the job specification for this role.
andnbsp;Safeguarding Statement
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Albany Village Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is subject to an enhanced DBS check through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Albany Village Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and staff, in line with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board procedures.
As part of our due diligence and to comply with our obligations in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search of publicly available information will be undertaken for all shortlisted candidates.andnbsp; The successful applicant will be subject to provide an enhanced DBS check
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