School Business Manager
Purley CofE Primary School, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 8AF21 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
1 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
11 August 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 25 hours per week, Tuesday to Friday, term time only 9.15am to 4.00pm (with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break)
Contract type
- Permanent
Actual salary
- Actual salary: £17,196–£23,347per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will:
• have experience in business, finance and resource management
• have experience of preparing and monitoring budgets
• have experience in personnel matters
• have a good understanding of health and safety and premises management
• be able to prioritise, manage a complex workload and work independently
• have excellent IT skills
• be methodical, well organised, trustworthy and flexible
• work effectively as part of a team
Applicants with experience of working in the education sector are welcome, as are those with astrong business background. This post would suit someone with relevant expertise who is lookingfor a flexible and rewarding role.
What the school offers its staff
At Purley Church of England Primary School, you will join a friendly, supportive and dedicated team where collaboration and professionalism are valued. Staff benefit from the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the strategic and day-to-day running of the school, working in an environment that recognises the importance of strong leadership, effective organisation and shared responsibility.
This role offers the chance to apply and further develop your business and financial expertise while playing a key part in ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the school.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Purley CofE Primary School
- Organisation type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 85 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@purley.w-berks.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01189 842384
Nestled in Purley Village and only a short walk from the River Thames, our small village school has a strong community feel. Embedded in the local community for 150 years, our pupils and staff are always exploring ways to enhance links and contribute to the village. The whole Purley school family work together to ensure we are a happy and vibrant school with a caring and supportive atmosphere. We support pupils of all abilities to thrive and develop.
Arranging a visit to Purley CofE Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@purley.w-berks.sch.uk.
School location
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