School Business Manager
Jesson's Church of England Primary School, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 2AQ30 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
30 October 2026 at 9am
Date listed
30 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- Grade 7 (SCP 18-23)
School Business Manager job summary
School Business Manager
Wanted as soon as possible
Salary scale: Grade 7 (SCP 18-23)
Hours: 37 hours per week, all-year round contract
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for education and operational excellence? We're looking for a dynamic School Business Manager to lead our administrative and financial operations, ensuring our school runs smoothly and efficiently. This is a pivotal role at the heart of our school—where your expertise in finance, HR, and resource management will directly support student success, staff wellbeing, and long-term sustainability. If you're passionate about creating a thriving school environment and want to be part of a forward-thinking leadership team, we would love to hear from you.
With over 700 pupils, a committed staff team and a clear foundation for improvement, Jesson’s is ready for a leader who can bring clarity, ambition and a deep commitment to securing the very best for every child. Rooted in the Church of England’s Vision for Education and the school’s ethos of “Be the best you can be,” you will lead with purpose, compassion and conviction.
Your Role:
- Oversee finance, HR, premises, and administration functions
- Manage budgets, support with forecasting, and assist with financial reporting working closely with the Headteacher and Trust CFO
- Lead on compliance, health & safety, and risk management
- Support the Headteacher and Governors with strategic planning
- Drive improvements in efficiency, sustainability, and value for money
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience in school business management or similar role
- Strong financial acumen and leadership skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- A commitment to education, equity, and community impact
- Relevant qualifications
This is an exciting opportunity to join a team which shares an ambition to provide the best possible environment in which to educate our children.
In return we can offer:
- A highly supportive induction period
- A vibrant school community where your work makes a difference
- Enthusiastic and friendly children who are keen to learn
- Excellent opportunities for professional development
- An opportunity to be a member of our exceptionally supportive, knowledgeable and dedicated staff team
- High expectations for children and staff
- Wider networking and professional development across our Trust
Online Checks
In line with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education) 2024 we will complete online searches (including publicly available social media profiles) as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. If anything is identified as part of these checks they will be discussed with you at interview. If any safeguarding concerns are identified we reserve the right to withdraw your application.
Jesson’s C of E Primary 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 appointments are subject to satisfactory references and clearances, including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected' and do not need to be disclosed to employers and, if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. More information can be found here:
Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Elements Diocesan Learning Trust is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity for all pupils, staff, parents and carers, receiving services from Elements Diocesan Learning Trust academy, irrespective of race, gender, disability, faith or religion or social and economic background. We aim to develop a culture of inclusion and diversity in which all those connected to each academy within the trust feels proud of their identity and able to participate fully in academy life.
If you share our vision of helping every member of our community to flourish, we would love to hear from you.
Visits to the School
We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit Jesson’s before applying.
To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 01384 816825 or email info@jessons.edlt.org.uk
Application deadline:
Friday 30th October 9am 2026
Interviews expected to take place on:
Wednesday 4th November 2026
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
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 Jesson's Church of England Primary School
- Organisation type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 703 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
About Jesson's
Jesson’s Church of England Primary School is a large, inclusive primary with just over 700 pupils, serving a diverse community in central Dudley. The school benefits from a modern building with well-equipped learning spaces, a thriving Nursery and Time for Twos provision, and an on-site kitchen providing freshly prepared meals. We also host a 14-place Local Authority commissioned SEND Base, strengthening our capacity to meet a wide range of additional needs. Jesson’s is supported by dedicated staff and engaged families, working together to help every child be the best they can be.
School Website: https://www.jessons-school.org.uk/
About the Trust
Elements Diocesan Learning Trust was established in 2021 by four founding schools to provide a strong, collaborative base for like-minded primary schools across the Diocese of Worcester and, in particular, the Metropolitan Borough of Dudley. From the outset, the Trust has been committed to welcoming further church and non-church schools into a family that values each school’s unique identity while working collectively to strengthen provision.
The Trust comprises:
• Christ Church Church of England Primary School
• Church of the Ascension Church of England Primary School
• Jesson’s Church of England Primary School
• Pedmore Church of England Primary School
• St Mary’s Church of England Primary School
Following the retirement of our previous CEO, formerly the Headteacher of one of our founding schools, the Trust continues to build on strong foundations and a clear strategic direction. We have enjoyed a strong, reciprocal relationship with the Diocese of Worcester Multi Academy Trust (DoWMAT) since our formation and are now exploring a potential merger. This reflects our shared commitment to long-term sustainability, collaboration and securing the best possible provision for our schools and communities.
Our strategic plan sets out the Trust Board’s priorities for the next phase of development, shaping both Trust-level action plans and each school’s development plan.
Our vision, “Together we flourish in the love of God,” underpins everything we do. We value the individual nature of each school within our family and believe that every person is a unique and precious gift, created with purpose and value. We nurture each person as a child of God, recognising their inherent potential. Through justice and equity, we foster an inclusive environment where every individual is seen, valued and empowered to succeed, and where diversity is celebrated and each person’s unique gifts are honoured.
Trust website: https://edlt.org.uk/
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