School Business Manager

Arnold View Primary School, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG5 6NW

6 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  13 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  7 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Term time only
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £34,434,- £39,152 (Hay Band A)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional School Business Manager to join our welcoming and ambitious school community. This is a pivotal leadership role, working closely with the Headteacher, Governors and Senior Leadership Team to help shape the strategic direction and continued success of the school.Our school is a place where relationships matter. We are proud of our supportive, inclusive ethos and our commitment to both staff well-being and pupil success. We are looking for someone who shares these values and brings both professional expertise and a genuine passion for making a difference.

About the Role

As School Business Manager, you will take a leading role in the strategic and operational management of the school’s support services. You will ensure that our systems, resources and people are aligned to enable outstanding teaching and learning.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Providing strategic leadership of finance, HR, administration and premises

• Leading on budget planning, monitoring and financial compliance, ensuring best value

• Managing and developing support staff teams to maintain high standards and a positive culture

• Ensuring effective systems, processes and data management that support school improvement

• Overseeing contracts, procurement and resource management

• Supporting governance by providing clear, accurate and timely information to leaders and governors

• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, including safeguarding and risk management

This is a varied and rewarding role that requires both strategic thinking and attention to detail.

About You

We are looking for a highly capable and motivated professional who:

• Has strong experience in financial management and budget control

• Demonstrates excellent organisational and leadership skills

• Can build effective relationships with staff, governors, parents and external partners

• Is proactive, resilient and able to manage multiple priorities effectively

• Has a commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and high standards

• Holds (or is working towards) a relevant qualification in business, finance or school business management

Above all, we are looking for someone who will embrace our values, contribute to our community, and take pride in making a meaningful contribution to school life.

What the school offers its staff

• A warm, welcoming and supportive school environment

• A dedicated, talented and collaborative staff team

• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning• A supportive and proactive governing body

• Positive relationships with parents and the wider community

• Opportunities for professional development and training

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.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

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.

School Business Manager advert 2026.docx - 18.2 KB (opens in new tab)

2026 School Business Manager Role.doc - 103 KB (opens in new tab)

About Arnold View Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 319 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Arnold View Primary School website
• Email address: b.willis@arnoldview.notts.sch.uk
• Phone number: 0115 9560967
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/arnold-view-primary-school

Arranging a visit to Arnold View Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email b.willis@arnoldview.notts.sch.uk.

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