School Business Manager level 3, at Bowlee Park Primary

Bowlee Park Primary

  • Rochdale, Greater Manchester
  • £42,403-46,464 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 18 days ago
Job reference number:SGJ35130191Grade:Grade 9 (scale point 34 – 38)Contract Type:PermanentHours:37Working Pattern:Full TimeActual Salary:£42,403 - £46,464Interview Date:To be confirmedClick for the Job DescriptionClick for the Person SpecificationClick for the Application FormClick for the Application GuidanceClick for the Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-OffendersClick for the Privacy NoticeBowlee Park Primary School is a 4FE school with over 900 pupils. Our school was inspected by OFSTED in November 2023 and we maintained our ‘Outstanding’ grading in all areas.Due to the retirement of our current post holder, the Governing Board are looking to appoint an exceptional School Business Manager with excellent attention to detail and extensive knowledge of school finances. The person appointed will be a member of the senior leadership team who will provide the highest standards of business management, working strategically to ensure the most effective use of resources.The School Business Manager will work in partnership with all staff, managing non-class-based support staff, in order to achieve excellent standards of learning and achievement for our children. The School Business Manager will have clear and unwavering vision, resilience and determination, and will show both creative and critical thinking.The key responsibilities of this role include the strategic leadership of finance, human resources, premises, health & safety and administration. The purpose of the post is to maintain and improve the high quality, secure, robust systems and structures in place, making a positive contribution to the school achieving its aims. On a day-to-day basis, the School Business Manager is involved in managing operations and logistics, as well as participating in practices that ensure smooth service delivery.This varied and exciting role presents an excellent opportunity to play a key part in shaping the future of our busy and vibrant school. You will be well supported by the Headteacher and Governing Board to ensure that you are able to fulfil your role. You will also have access to excellent professional development and support within Rochdale Council.We are looking for a Business Manager who will:· Demonstrate excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.· Lead and co-ordinate all administrative functions in order to assist in the smooth running of the school.· Oversee the school's human resources, including recruitment and offer strategic advice in HR matters.· Be accountable for the school finances – income, expenditure and reconciliations of school accounts to include budget preparation and monitoring, payroll and reconciliations. Lead on procurement and to apply for bids and grants.· Line manage the administration team and other non-academic support staff.· Manage capital projects, site maintenance, and Health and Safety procedures.· Ensure high-quality customer service for all who visit the school and work in the school.· Assist in the maintenance of the various school computerised databases of pupil and staff information.· Report to Governors, attend governor meetings and prepare financial and HR reports.Visits to the school are strongly recommended to find out more about this exciting opportunity. Please contact school on 0161 6654 0257 to arrange a visit.The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.Bowlee Park Community School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 (para 220).Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.Closing Date: Friday 31st May @ 8pmInterview Date: To be confirmedTo apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to by Friday 7 June 2024 @ 9.00am.This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants need not re-applysalary from£42,403contractpermanentworking hoursfull timeapplication deadline8 00 pm31st May 2024

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