School Business Manager

Wells Primary School, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 0PP

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 January 2027

• Closing date

  14 October 2026 at 8am

• 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
• Pay scale: L10-L13

What skills and experience we're looking for

We welcome applicants who can:

● Hold, or be working towards, a recognised management or business qualification, e.g. CSBM.

● Experience in a School Business Manager or similar role.

● Experience in finance, including accounting, banking, payroll, etc.

● Experience managing premises, contractors and health & safety.

● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

● Demonstrate initiative, drive and a proactive approach.

● Be flexible, approachable and supportive, with a positive and responsive approach to the needs of the school.

What the school offers its staff

Wells is a happy and nurturing school, rated Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted - October 2024. We are proud of our caring ethos, strong sense of community, and our commitment to excellence in education. Our pupils are enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to learn. We are fortunate to have supportive parents, a dedicated governing body, and a talented team of professionals.

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

We are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, overseas checks where applicable and satisfactory references. See ‘safeguarding information for applicants’ document for details of checks. Applications will be kept on file for 6 months and will not be disclosed to any third party without the applicant’s consent.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

SBM post - advert 2026 (1).docx-3.pdf - 106 KB (opens in new tab)

About Wells Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 341 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Wells Primary School website
• Email address: sdennis17.317@lgflmail.org
• Phone number: 02087080500
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/wells-primary-school

At Wells Primary School, we strive to ensure that each child enjoys a happy, fulfilling and successful education within a safe, nurturing environment.

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