School Business Manager – Outstanding Primary School, York

School Business Manager Outstanding Primary School York

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

School information:
This is a well-established and high-performing Outstanding Ofsted Rated Primary School in York serving pupils aged 4 to 11. The school is known for its excellent academic standards strong community values and exceptional pastoral care. With a welcoming and inclusive ethos the school places a high priority on ensuring all pupils are supported to achieve their best in a safe structured and nurturing environment.

The school has a strong leadership team and a clear vision for continuous improvement. It offers a broad curriculum that supports academic success while promoting creativity wellbeing and personal development. The school is also proud of its positive staff culture where teamwork professional respect and shared responsibility underpin daily practice.

Staff benefit from a supportive and professional environment where systems are well established and staff are encouraged to develop their skills through training and professional development opportunities. The school values efficiency high standards and clear communication across all operational and educational areas.

Business & Operations Team:
The schools business and operations function is central to ensuring the school runs smoothly safely and effectively. The School Business Manager is a key strategic role working closely with the Headteacher and Governors to manage finance HR administration premises compliance and operational planning.

The school is seeking a highly skilled and proactive School Business Manager who can oversee day-to-day operations while contributing to longer-term financial planning and school development priorities. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys working in a varied fast-paced environment and can balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational leadership.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the school budget monitoring expenditure supporting procurement processes overseeing contracts and ensuring best value. You will also manage administrative and premises staff support payroll and HR processes and ensure compliance with policies and statutory requirements.

You will play an important role in supporting the schools leadership team by providing accurate financial reports supporting governors with budget planning and ensuring operational systems are efficient and robust. The school is looking for someone with strong financial skills excellent attention to detail and the confidence to lead and improve processes.

Requirements
Proven experience in a school business finance or operations management role (education experience highly desirable)
Strong understanding of school budgets financial reporting and procurement processes
Ability to manage contracts compliance and operational planning effectively
Experience managing staff and supporting day-to-day school operations
Strong IT skills including competence using finance systems and Microsoft Office
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Professional communication skills including the ability to liaise confidently with senior leaders governors and external stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality
A proactive solution-focused approach with the ability to improve systems and processes

Application
To apply please send your CV as soon as possible.