School Business Manager
Aveley Primary School, South Ockendon, Essex, RM15 4AA5 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
14 July 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
1 July 2025
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 37 hours per week, term time and INSET days plus 3 weeks during school holidays
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- Range Band E/F, Point 24-33 (£37,577 to £46,212) Pro- Rata Actual Salary Range (£35,169 to £43,251)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic School Business Manager to join a highly motivated team in an excellent school. We are seeking a professional with high expectations and a happy disposition.
This role will provide overall strategic leadership and management for all aspects for finance, HR ICT, community usage, administration and operations support in the academy.
We are looking to appoint a School Business Manager who will:
- Have a visible presence in the school
- Support the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to strategic planning and decision making, leading staff training, task groups and attending Governing Body meetings
- Be responsible for all aspects of finance, HR, ICT, administration and operations support, including catering and premises
- Contribute to the achievement of the educational vision for the academy
- Work with our partners in Catalyst Academies Trust to develop high quality systems and services
- Have a strong empathy with and interest in education
What the school offers its staff
As part of Catalyst Academies Trust we offer a strong support network, access to the Catalyst Perks reward platform and retention bonuses for all staff.
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
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to admin.aps@catrust.org.uk
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Aveley Primary School
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 429 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Aveley Primary School website
- Email address
- admin.aps@catrust.org.uk
- Phone number
- 01708 865868
Aveley Primary is a two form entry primary school in Thurrock with newly opened Autism Resource Centre. We have dedicated staff and wonderful children from Reception to Year 6. We have a nursery that provides an excellent start for our youngest pupils. All members of the school community are committed to ensuring that children have a learning experience that is positive, encourages children to achieve and develop as well-rounded individuals. Staff teams are organised with support from experienced Year Leads and Key Stage Assistant Headteachers.
Aveley Primary joined Catalyst Academies Trust at the beginning of February 2019 and were judged GOOD by Ofsted in June 2023. The Trust has a nationally recognised reputation for high achievement for all of its pupils and staff have embraced the collaborative nature of working as part of a MAT. Staff from across the schools meet regularly and appreciate the joined up working.
Aveley Primary School was formed in 1990 when the Infants and Junior schools amalgamated. From September 2005 to 2012, the school was based in one building built in the early 1950’s. Since September 2012, KS1 have been in the purpose built block of four classes. Reception are in classes linked to the main building with a shared outdoor area. The rest of the classes are in the original KS2 building, with some modifications to create a nursery class. In 2014, the school opened the library bus which is an iconic part of the school. The school is spacious, with expansive grounds and is within easy reach (5 minutes) of the A13 into London/Southend and the Dartford Crossing. There are three playgrounds, a large field and a multi-use games area. There is a separate dining room and school hall. We have a dedicated Library and Art, Design & Technology Room, a wildlife area and pond. This is an exciting time in Aveley Primary School’s journey as we opened the Aveley Resource Centre (ARC) in June 2022.
Staff are dedicated, hardworking and supportive of each other. The school has a Pastoral Manager to support the wellbeing of the children. All classes have some ancillary support to work alongside the classteacher. Children with Special Educational Needs are well catered for with adult support and a non-class based SENCo.
The catchment area of Aveley Primary School is in a mixed housing environment; the school has approximately 30% of children on free school meals. Parents are positive about our school and work in partnerhip with us.
Achievements include: the 10 years Basic Skills Quality Mark award; Silver Science Quality Mark and Silver Artsmark.
The Headteacher, Governors, together with a committed and hard-working team of teachers, aim to provide the best education and a variety of opportunities for all of our children. The school has a strong ethos, followed by all staff and children.
Arranging a visit to Aveley Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin.aps@catrust.org.uk.
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