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Stanwell Fields CofE Primary School

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School Business Manager

Overview

Stanwell Fields CE Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled School Business Manager—or an experienced professional from business or industry looking for a new challenge—to join our friendly and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a welcoming, values‑driven primary school.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the School Business Manager will lead on finance, HR, premises and operational strategy, ensuring the school runs efficiently and sustainably. You will manage resources ethically and effectively to support the very best outcomes for our children.

Hours

30 hours per week (Mon-Fri time tbc)

41 weeks a year (term time plus 2 weeks in the school holidays)

Salary

Scale Point 35 - £44,711 FTE (Outer London)

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is a qualified or experienced School Business Manager, or has equivalent experience in financial planning and resource management
  • Has knowledge of health & safety, premises management, risk, procurement, finance, recruitment, GDPR and IT infrastructure (including cyber security)
  • Is well presented, articulate and an effective communicator
  • Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents and governors
  • Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Is self‑motivated, dedicated and consistent
  • Can solve problems efficiently and make effective decisions
  • Works well as part of a team and uses their initiative
  • Brings a positive, flexible and proactive approach

We can offer:

  • A warm and welcoming workplace where everyone is valued
  • A supportive staff and a new leadership team
  • Commitment to your professional development and wellbeing
  • A substantial school site, including a large playing field, MUGA and staff parking (with EV charging points)
  • Strong links with St Mary’s Church
  • Support from the LDBS Academies Trust and networking opportunities across Trust schools
  • The opportunity to develop expertise in a growing multi-academy trust, with scope for greater responsibilities as the trust continues to develop its business support structure
  • Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme

Supporting documents

SBM Job Advert

SBM Job Description

SBM Person Specification

Application Form

Deadline and how to apply

Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged.
Please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.

 Closing date: 5pm on 18th March 2026

Shortlisting: 19th March 2026

Interviews: 24th March 2026

Safeguarding 

Stanwell Fields CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to rigorous and appropriate safeguarding checks.

 

 

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