18 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    1st September 2026 (negotiable)

  • Closing date

    26 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    8 June 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Administration, HR, data and finance

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time: 37 hours a week, full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

£40,777 subject to 2026 pay award pending

Pay scale

SCP 30

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an exceptional School Business Manager to join our strong team here at Ghyllside.

Working closely with the Headteacher and Trustees, the successful candidate will provide leadership across finance, human resources, administration, premises management, compliance, and governance. This is a varied and rewarding role that will make a significant contribution to ensuring the continued success and sustainability of our school.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has substantial experience in financial management, budgeting and accounting.
  • Has excellent organisational, analytical and leadership skills.
  • Demonstrates a strong understanding of Department of Education regulations and governance requirements.
  • Has experience of HR administration, payroll oversight and safer recruitment practices.
  • Is confident managing multiple priorities and meeting statutory deadlines.
  • Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Can work strategically while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

What the school offers its staff

Generous LGPS pension with employer contribution, Bike to Work Scheme, Staff Wellbeing support, free parking.

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

Ghyllside Primary School is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of its children. Candidates for this post must supply a full employment history and will be subject to an enhanced DBS and barred check; appointment is conditional upon its satisfactory return. Please note that referees will be contacted prior to interview.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

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

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Ghyllside Primary School

School type
Academies, Does not apply, ages 3 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
449 pupils enrolled
Age range
3 to 11
Ofsted report
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School website
Ghyllside Primary School website
Email address
sbm@ghyllside.cumbria.sch.uk
Phone number
01539 814930
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Ghyllside Primary School is a vibrant two form entry primary situated in the South West of Kendal that prides itself on its holistic approach to providing an education that prepares children to be able to lead happy, independent lives in the 21st century.

Arranging a visit to Ghyllside Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email sbm@ghyllside.cumbria.sch.uk.

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