14 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    ASAP

  • Closing date

    13 March 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    27 February 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Other leadership roles

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Part time, full time

Contract type

Fixed term

Full-time equivalent salary

£34,434.00 - £36,363.00 Annually (FTE)

School Business Manager job summary

We are looking to appoint an experienced Business Manager who has the vision and skills to play an integral role in supporting the Headteacher by leading on key operational areas of the school: someone who is committed to understanding all aspects of budget, finance and premises and who will actively manage their development. Previous school experience is desirable but not essential.

To be a successful member of our team we are looking an experienced School Business Manager who will:

  • Contribute towards the excellent educational offer we provide.
  • Enable successful teaching and learning across the schools through supporting the Headteacher, Governors, staff and pupils.
  • Ensure the smooth and efficient running of the school’s financial, administrative, personnel, premises, health & safety, business, IT and support services, alongside day-to day operational aspects.
  • Work with the Headteacher and to identify priorities and contribute to strategic planning in-line with the school’s development plans.
  • Manage the office team, site team and cleaners.
  • Attend Governors’ meetings when required to report on finance and business.
  • Work flexibly to meet the changing demands and priorities.
  • Actively safeguard and promote the safety and welfare of all our pupils at all times.
  • Work collaboratively in a team or use your own initiative.
  • Be self-organised and able to prioritise and manage conflicting demands to meet deadlines.

If you believe you have the knowledge, experience and skills to make a real impact as our School Business Manager, then we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Claire Smalley, Interim Headteacher for an informal chat about the position, applications are via My New Term.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
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Commitment to safeguarding

Shirley Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, parents and volunteers to actively share this commitment. All appointments are conditional and subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We also request a minimum of two references.

Applying for the job

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About Shirley Community Primary School

School type
Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
344 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
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Shirley Primary School is a large, vibrant primary situated in north Cambridge. We have a diverse community and enthusiastic and committed staff team.

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