School Business Manager
Harnham Church of England Controlled Junior School, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 8JZ31 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Monday 3rd November 2025
Closing date
19 September 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
19 August 2025
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £17.29 - £18.26 Hourly Wiltshire Grade I 18-20
School Business Manager job summary
We need a School Business Manager to join our team at Harnham C of E Junior School!
- Become part of a thriving, well-regarded school on an exciting journey of improvement.
- Work within a supportive and collaborative Senior Leadership Team and staff.
- Enjoy strong opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
- Engage with vibrant, caring pupils who are eager to learn.
- Make a meaningful contribution to a school community that values every member.
The Role
Are you an experienced and proactive professional looking to make a significant impact within a busy and successful primary school? Harnham C of E Junior School is seeking a School Business Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in the smooth operation and strategic development of our school.
Key Responsibilities
As School Business Manager, you will be responsible for a broad range of duties including:
- Safer Recruitment: Leading recruitment processes to ensure the appointment of suitable staff, managing induction, probation, and maintaining the Single Central Register.
- Staff Management: Maintaining staff training records, managing absence including liaising with Occupational Health, and overseeing the wider administrative team.
- Premises, Health & Safety: Managing health and safety compliance, coordinating premises works, conducting risk assessments, and fulfilling fire warden responsibilities.
- Personnel Oversight: Supervising contractors including cleaners, kitchen staff, and wraparound care personnel.
- Financial and Strategic Management: Leading 5-year strategic budget planning, financial management and reporting, payroll and absence processing, and the formulation of key strategies and policies.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Understanding of financial management including budget planning, payroll, and reporting.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a supportive Senior Leadership Team.
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Experience in safer recruitment and staff induction processes.
- Strong knowledge of health and safety management and compliance.
- Experience in managing personnel and contractors within an educational setting.
- Ability to formulate and implement strategic policies.
We are offering great training and personal development opportunities to support and upskill the individual who is right for this key role.
Salary and Hours
- 35 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday
- Wiltshire Grade I - £17.29 per hour rising to £17.79 in April 2026
About us
Harnham C of E Junior School is a vibrant and thriving three-form entry primary school located in the sought-after Harnham area of Salisbury.
As a well-established KS2 school, we pride ourselves on fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils from diverse backgrounds are inspired to learn and grow.
Rated Good by Ofsted, our supportive Senior Leadership Team and dedicated staff are committed to continuous improvement and providing the highest quality education and care.
We offer excellent opportunities for professional development and are passionate about creating a positive, dynamic workplace.
Find out more and apply:
We would be delighted and proud to show you around our school. Please contact Vicki Poole, School Business Manager, on 01722 327218 or by email to finance@harnham-jun.wilts.sch.uk
Take the next step in your career and help shape the future of Harnham C of E Junior School. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team!
Harnham C of E Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Harnham Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to a full Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Harnham Church of England Controlled Junior School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 7 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 268 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
Set in the historic, medieval town of Salisbury, Harnham C of E Junior School has been consistently judged 'Good' by Ofsted for over 10 years, most recently in November 2021.
Harnham C of E Junior School is a three-form entry KS2 school set in the sought after Harnham area of Salisbury. Together with Harnham Infant School we support a popular, vibrant and welcoming community and have a strong commitment to inclusion and best outcomes for all children, both academically and in their personal development.
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