School Business Manager
Acton Gardens Primary School, London, W3 8SJ25 days remaining to apply
Job start date
4 January 2027
Closing date
9 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
14 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Term time: 35 hrs per week term time only + 3 weeks in the holidays
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Pay Scale Grade 12 Salary: £49,978 to £51,961 pa For an exceptional candidate who demonstrates outstanding experience, skills and expertise relevant to the role, a salary of up to Scale 14 may be considered, subject to experience and suitability.
What skills and experience we're looking for
An Exciting Leadership Opportunity at Acton Gardens Primary School
Join us as our School Business Manager and help shape the future of our school.
Thank you for your interest in joining Acton Gardens Primary School at an exciting stage in our journey.
We are seeking an experienced, forward-thinking and enthusiastic School Business Manager to join our leadership team and play a key role in shaping the future of our school.
Established in September 2022 following the amalgamation of Berrymede Infant and Junior Schools, Acton Gardens is a vibrant, diverse and welcoming two-form entry primary school in the London Borough of Ealing, conveniently located near Acton Town tube station.
Our vision, "Learning together for the future," and our values of Aspiration, Growth, Perseverance and Success underpin everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where children and adults feel valued, supported and inspired to succeed.
The Opportunity
As School Business Manager, you will work closely with the Headteacher and governors, providing strategic leadership across finance, HR, premises, health and safety, procurement and school operations.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
- Has experience of HR, premises management and health and safety.
- Demonstrates excellent organisational, communication and ICT skills.
- Can effectively lead and motivate administrative and premises teams.
- Is proactive, resourceful and confident in managing competing priorities.
- Understands safeguarding responsibilities within a school setting.
- Holds a relevant school business management qualification or has equivalent experience.
- Brings enthusiasm, a positive outlook and a good sense of humour.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join Acton Gardens?
We offer:
- Wonderful, enthusiastic children who are proud of their school.
- A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community.
- A dedicated, friendly and hardworking staff team.
- An ambitious leadership team and supportive governing board.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- The chance to make a genuine difference and help shape our school's future.
- We offer Employee benefits through the Employment Assistance Programme.
Further information about the job
As Headteacher, I am incredibly proud of our children, staff and school community. We have achieved so much together, but our ambitions for the future are even greater.
I am looking for a School Business Manager who will bring expertise, fresh ideas and a shared determination to make our school the very best it can be.
If you enjoy a challenge, thrive on making a difference and want to be part of something special, I would love to hear from you.
I look forward to welcoming you to Acton Gardens Primary School.
We welcome applications from experienced school business professionals and candidates with transferable financial and leadership skills who share our commitment to children's education.
Come and See What Makes Us Special!
We warmly encourage you to visit our school, meet our team and experience our welcoming community.
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 Acton Gardens Primary School
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 349 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@agprimary.org.uk
- Phone number
- 02089939053
At Acton Gardens Primary School, we take pride in offering a comprehensive and diverse curriculum that empowers our pupils with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in life, enabling them to realise their full potential. Our belief in the growth and excellence of every pupil is evident in our commitment to fostering resilience and self-confidence, cultivating respect and inclusion, and promoting collaboration to effect positive change in the community.
Within our innovative learning environment, we encourage creativity and provide challenges that motivate students to discover their passions and talents. Additionally, we prioritise the well-being of our pupils, ensuring their mental and physical health while fostering an appreciation for the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural diversity of the world.
Our goal is to prepare pupils to become responsible global citizens.
Central to our school ethos are core values — aspiration, growth, perseverance, and success. These values serve as the guiding principles for our community, shaping our educational philosophy and contributing to the holistic development of each individual. We are dedicated to creating an environment where pupils are inspired to set high goals, continually adapt and learn, demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges, and ultimately achieve success in both academic pursuits and personal development.
Arranging a visit to Acton Gardens Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@agprimary.org.uk.
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