School Business Manager

Kent Catholic Schools Partnership; Ashford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a dedicated business manager to collaborate with the Headteacher and leadership team. The successful candidate will oversee finances, personnel, and contracts while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal applicants will possess strong communication skills, flexibility, and problem-solving abilities, as daily interaction with staff and contractors is essential. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a supportive and inclusive learning environment in Ashford.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills are essential for working closely with the office team.
• Flexibility and tact in problem-solving are daily requirements for the role.
• Professional demeanor is a must while interacting with staff and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive and strategic support to the Headteacher and leadership team.
• Manage the school’s finances, personnel, and contracts.
• Oversee health and safety and data protection compliance.

Skills

Financial management

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Job description

St Teresa's is a small friendly school, looking to recruit a business manager who is committed to working in partnership with the Headteacher and leadership team, providing comprehensive and strategic support. The successful applicant will be responsible for the school’s finances, personnel, contracts and premises, health and safety and data protection. You will be the line manager for the premises staff. The role requires flexibility, tact and problem solving on a daily basis, therefore it is essential that you are professional, approachable and a very effective communicator. You will work closely with the office team.

Salary & Benefits

Location

St Teresa's Primary, Ashford
Quantock Drive
Ashford
Kent
TN24 8QN

Job Description and Person Specification

Please apply by 4 pm on 31st December 2025 via Kent Teach.

Equal opportunities

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our Trust is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment where all individuals are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We actively promote equality across all areas of employment and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of our staff—including a strong focus on mental health, family-friendly policies, and inclusive practices that reflect the richness of our school communities.

Together, we strive to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the children and families we serve.