Business Support Manager
Whiteways Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S4 8EX7 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 November 2026
Closing date
10 September 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
3 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £36,246 - £39,614 per annum (pending NJC Pay award)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Whiteways Primary School is seeking an exceptional Business Support Manager to join ourdedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised, proactive and highlymotivated professional to play a key role in the smooth and successful operation of ourschool.
As part of Cascade Multi Academy Trust, you will contribute to our vision oftransforming the life chances of children, providing safe and inspiring learningenvironments and making a positive impact within our local communities.
The Role
You will lead and manage the school's business and administrative functions, ensuringeffective systems, processes and support services are in place to enable pupils and staffto succeed.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and developing administrative systems and procedures.
- Managing support staff, including recruitment, induction, appraisal and training.
- Supporting financial planning, budgeting and expenditure monitoring.
- Managing payroll administration and key reporting processes.
- Overseeing facilities, premises, lettings, contracts, licences and insurance.
- Providing advice and support to school leaders and governors.
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety, data protection and safeguarding
- requirements.
We're Looking For Someone Who:
- Has excellent organisational, planning and analytical skills.
- Demonstrates strong financial management and budget monitoring experience.
- Has experience leading and managing teams.
- Is confident using management information systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Is committed to making a positive difference to children's lives.
What the school offers its staff
What we Offer:
- A supportive Central Team and collaborative school leadership community
- Employer-funded enhanced DBS check
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee benefits including Westfield Health, EAP, Health Cash Plan, ListeningService
Why Whiteways Primary School?Whiteways Primary School is a welcoming and ambitious school at the heart of itscommunity, with a strong commitment to ensuring every child achieves their fullpotential. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing, inclusive environment wherechildren are encouraged to be confident, resilient and successful learners.
As part of Cascade Multi Academy Trust, Whiteways Primary School benefits fromthe support, expertise and opportunities that come from being part of acollaborative family of schools. The Trust's vision is to transform the life chances ofchildren, provide safe and inspiring learning environments, and create exceptionalplaces for staff to work and develop their careers.
Joining Whiteways Primary School means becoming part of a Trust that values itspeople and invests in their development. You will work alongside experienced andsupportive colleagues across the Trust, with access to professional networks,training opportunities and shared expertise.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation 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 tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Whiteways Primary School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 436 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@cascademat.co.uk
At Whiteways Primary School, we envision a dynamic and inclusive learning community where every child is empowered to achieve their fullest potential. Our commitment is to nurture a love for learning, foster creativity, and instil values of respect, responsibility, and resilience. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where diversity is celebrated, and every student is prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world. Together with families and the broader community, we aim to inspire lifelong learners who are confident, compassionate, and equipped to make positive contributions to society.
Arranging a visit to Whiteways Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@cascademat.co.uk.
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