School Business Manager

Christ Church New Malden CofE Primary School, New Malden, KT3 3HN

39 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  5 January 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  27 November 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other leadership roles
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 36 hours per week, Term Time +INSET Only (Plus five days to be agreed outside of term time).
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £46,968 - £52,194
• Pay scale: H33 - H38)

What skills and experience we're looking for

1. Qualifications & Training

• A recognised School Business Management qualification (e.g., CSBM/DSBM), or an equivalent senior financial/business qualification (e.g., AAT, CIMA, ILM Level 5+).

• Evidence of recent, relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in finance, HR, or school leadership/management.

2. Experience & Knowledge

• Proven experience in strategic financial management, including setting, managing, and accurate forecasting of complex, multi-year budgets.

• Experience in leading, managing, and motivating administrative and premises staff teams.

• Experience in managing HR processes, including safer recruitment, performance management, and involvement in disciplinary/grievance procedures.

• Proven experience in managing premises, facilities, and ensuring full Health & Safety compliance as the named lead/officer.

• Demonstrable experience in managing and implementing strategic plans, change projects, and large-scale procurement/tendering.

• Experience using a school-based financial management system, ideally Access Education, or a directly comparable platform.

• Demonstrable experience in the successful administration and compliance of the Single Central Record (SCR).

• Experience in generating income through lettings, grants, bids, or fundraising initiatives.

• Experience working as a School Business Manager or Bursar within a maintained school setting.

3. Skills & Abilities

• Excellent ICT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, and the ability to manage school IT strategy and data (including GDPR/DPL responsibilities).

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability to create innovative, value-for-money solutions to complex resource challenges.

• Exceptional organisational skills: the ability to prioritise a diverse, complex workload, manage conflicting deadlines, and maintain meticulous accuracy.

• The ability to analyse complex financial data and reports, presenting clear and concise information to diverse audiences (SLT, Governors, external auditors).

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to act as a professional and credible ambassador for the school with all stakeholders.

4. Personal Qualities & Ethos

• A clear and demonstrable commitment to the school's Christian ethos and vision, and a dedication to high standards for all pupils.

• High levels of integrity, honesty, discretion, and the ability to handle highly confidential information sensitively and securely.

• A proactive, resilient, and "can-do" attitude, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to be solution-focused.

• Unwavering commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils and staff.

What the school offers its staff

As an integral member of the SLT, you will be pivotal in shaping the school's strategic direction. You will lead and manage five staff across the administrative and caretaking teams, ensuring the highest standards of business efficiency and resource utilisation.

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.

The post will become availablle due to the retirement of our long-standing postholder,

Commitment to safeguarding

At Christ Church New Malden Primary School the health, safety and well-being of every child is our top priority. We expect all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment to safeguarding our pupils.

We listen to our pupils and take seriously what they tell us. All school staff are trained in Child Protection, and children are made aware of the adults they can talk to if they have any concerns. Staff are trained to look out for signs of physical/emotional harm or neglect and are required to report these to the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Applying for the job

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About Christ Church New Malden CofE Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 380 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Christ Church New Malden CofE Primary School website
• Email address: bursar@ccnm.uk
• Phone number: 02083367800
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/christ-church-new-malden-cofe-primary-school

Christ Church, uniquely in the area, has separate Infant and Junior sites that allow for smaller pupil numbers on each site. This creates a supportive and nurturing atmosphere in which every child is known, contributing to the children's well-being. Christ Church feels like a small village school but benefitting from the resources and leadership of a larger institution.

Christian Ethos: The school has a strong Christian ethos and emphasises the importance of each child achieving their potential and becoming the person God made them to be. Additionally, it highlights the values of compassion, empathy, and community. The school's Christian foundation contributes to its pupils' moral and ethical development.

Inclusive and Diverse: Christ Church is open to all and believes that the values it promotes are universal. Although it is a church school, less than 10% of Reception places are typically awarded based on church attendance. Everyone feels welcome, and the school has a diverse student body with families of many different cultures, languages, religions, and backgrounds. This multicultural environment encourages understanding, tolerance, and respect. Exposure to different perspectives fosters adaptability and open-mindedness.

Specialised Teaching in Music and Sports: Christ Church has a long tradition of participation in music and sports, with children taught and encouraged by specialist teachers. Most pupils participate in one of the school's choirs, recorder groups, orchestra, or sports teams. The school is committed to ensuring each child has access to a well-rounded education, not just academic success. Participation in extracurricular activities enhances confidence, teamwork, and physical fitness.

Community Engagement: Parents are actively involved in their child's education and school life. Christ Church is supported by its governors and local church, contributing to the school's strong sense of community.

Arranging a visit to Christ Church New Malden CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email bursar@ccnm.uk.

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