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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailWe are seeking a highly organised and experienced School Business Manager to join a welcoming community-focused primary school in Watford on a 1-year maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role in supporting the schools financial administrative and operational functions.
School Business Manager (Maternity Cover)
Location: Watford Hertfordshire
Contract: Full-time Term-time only 2 weeks (1-year maternity cover)
Salary:(depending on experience)
Start Date: After October half-term 2025
The school is proud of its inclusive ethos strong values and high standards ensuring that pupils thrive both academically and personally. As part of a collaborative academy trust the school benefits from shared expertise and professional support. Candidates of all faiths (or none) are warmly encouraged to apply provided they share the schools values of respect care and inclusivity.
- Proven experience in school finance and business management.
- Strong knowledge of financial systems and procedures.
- Experience of working within a leadership or management team.
- Excellent organisational communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain positive relationships.
- Oversee financial management including budgeting forecasting and reporting (experience with Xero essential).
- Lead on business operations including HR facilities and compliance.
- Manage and support the use of systems including Google cloud-based platforms Arbor and other administrative tools.
- Work collaboratively as part of the senior leadership team to deliver strategic school priorities.
- Provide a calm professional presence in interactions with parents staff and external stakeholders.
- Ensure financial and operational practices meet statutory requirements and best practice standards.
Application: If this role sounds interesting please submit your CV today and someone will be in touch to provide further information about the school!Full Time