School Business Manager Level 1
| Posting date: | 19 May 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 June 2026 |
| Location: | Rochdale, Lancashire, OL12 9EE |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | d8b71daa-28e6-47b0-b96d-5e0e77bce4d7 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for someone who
• Can provide high-level strategic business support to the Headteacher and lead all Academy business functions.
• Is experienced in managing the day-to-day running of school finances with precision and transparency.
• Has high expectations of themselves and the team, ensuring regular and efficient service in all duties.
• Is knowledgeable about risk management and can confidently provide updates for Governors and written Annual Reports.
• Can lead and manage support staff, fostering a positive environment through effective absence management.
• Is proactive in ensuring the school site and estate are managed to the highest standard.
• Patient, professional, and positive, able to build relations built on trust and respect with all stakeholders.
• Is committed to Equality and Diversity in every aspect of their professional conduct.
• Flexible and able to adapt quickly to support the changing needs of the Senior Leadership Team and the school.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and administration skills.
• Able to work in partnership with colleagues, parents, and outside agencies to secure the best outcomes for our children and families.
• Prioritises safeguarding and can support the work of the Safeguarding Team
What the school offers its staff
• Friendly, motivated and caring children who are keen to learn.
• An enthusiastic and committed staff.
• A leadership team committed to continuous school improvement.
• A friendly and welcoming school community.
• Wonderful children who enjoy learning
• Fantastic CPD opportunities are available within the school and the Trust.
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.
We are looking for someone who
• Can provide high-level strategic business support to the Headteacher and lead all Academy business functions.
• Is experienced in managing the day-to-day running of school finances with precision and transparency.
• Has high expectations of themselves and the team, ensuring regular and efficient service in all duties.
• Is knowledgeable about risk management and can confidently provide updates for Governors and written Annual Reports.
• Can lead and manage support staff, fostering a positive environment through effective absence management.
• Is proactive in ensuring the school site and estate are managed to the highest standard.
• Patient, professional, and positive, able to build relations built on trust and respect with all stakeholders.
• Is committed to Equality and Diversity in every aspect of their professional conduct.
• Flexible and able to adapt quickly to support the changing needs of the Senior Leadership Team and the school.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and administration skills.
• Able to work in partnership with colleagues, parents, and outside agencies to secure the best outcomes for our children and families.
• Prioritises safeguarding and can support the work of the Safeguarding Team
What the school offers its staff
• Friendly, motivated and caring children who are keen to learn.
• An enthusiastic and committed staff.
• A leadership team committed to continuous school improvement.
• A friendly and welcoming school community.
• Wonderful children who enjoy learning
• Fantastic CPD opportunities are available within the school and the Trust.
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.