Location: Chelmsford Essex
Start Date: April 2026
Salary: Highly competitive and dependent on experience
Looking for a School Business Manager role in a thriving primary school in Essex
A well-regarded primary school is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to join its senior leadership team.
Job Overview
This Good-rated primary school is seeking a talented School Business Manager to begin in April 2026. The school is recognised for:
strong leadership and governance
excellent pupil progress and
a supportive school community.
The successful candidate will oversee finance HR operations and strategic business management across the school.
The School
The school prides itself on strong leadership and operational organisation.
Staff and pupils benefit from:
a well-managed and efficient school environment
excellent administrative systems
strong financial oversight and
a collaborative leadership team.
Benefits typically include:
Opportunities for professional development
A supportive and experienced leadership team
Strong governance and financial systems
A focus on staff wellbeing
Opportunities to contribute to strategic school development
School Business Manager Experience and Qualifications
Experience in finance HR or school operations
Strong financial management and budgeting skills
Excellent organisational and leadership abilities
Knowledge of school systems and compliance processes
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
The legal right to work in the UK
Application
If you are an experienced School Business Manager seeking an exciting opportunity please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.
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