School Business Manager

4 days ago

Bury St, Suffolk, United Kingdom Suffolk Jobs Direct Full time
Description
  • School Name: St Edmundsbury CE Primary Academy
  • Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3BJ
  • Salary: £33,699 - £40,777 pro rata
  • Hours: 37 hours per week, 40 week per year*
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Reference: 8096 

*the pattern of work is negotiable for the right candidate.

Are you an Experienced School Office Manager or Finance Manager looking to develop your career into a more strategic leadership role?

Or are you a current School Business manager who is happy to work a split role between the strategic world of School Leadership and supporting the smooth running of the office? Whichever of these roles spikes your interest we want to hear from you. 

St Edmundsbury C of E Primary academy is part of Elveden Trust a small Trust of three schools. A welcoming caring team who aim to bring the best for both pupils and staff. 

We are looking for someone who is:

  • warm and approachable – builds positive relationships with staff, parents and external partners
  • efficient and organised – manages school resources, finance and operations with professionalism and attention to detail
  • strategic and proactive – takes initiative and contributes to the long-term planning and smooth running of the school. Familiarity with Sage intact and arbour Mis would be an advantage but not essential as training will be given. 
  • knowledgeable in HR and administration – supports recruitment, staff records, contracts, the Single Central Record and ensures robust administrative systems
  • adaptable and flexible – able to respond to the dynamic needs of a busy school office
  • strong communicator who is discrete and trustworthy – maintains high communication levels, positively and clearly with confidence and integrity   

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast paced environment. 

Whilst the role will predominantly be strategic and overseeing both finance, premises and HR, it will also include assisting with general office duties in the afternoons.

For more information

For more details or an informal chat regarding this vacancy please contact the school office by phone or email  

Please read the Job Description (word)

How to apply

Please read the Applicants Letter (word) before completing the Application Form (word)

To apply please complete the application form and return direct to Sue Ogden at the school or by email     
 

Closing Date: 9am, 10 December 2025, 

Interview date: Week commencing 15 December 2025

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations, therefore successful candidates will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether disqualified under these regulations. Applicants must be prepared to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and Right to Work in the UK will need to be established. 

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