School Business Manager

Wallacefields Jun; Epsom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Epsom is seeking a skilled School Business Manager to manage financial planning and support leadership. The role involves overseeing budgets, reporting to the Governing Body, and leading an administrative team. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, strong IT skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders. The position offers a supportive school environment and opportunities for professional growth within a vibrant community.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Vibrant school community

Qualifications

• Experience managing budgets and strategic financial planning.
• Ability to report effectively to different audiences.
• Strong proficiency using IT and implementing new technology.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher and work closely with leaders.
• Manage the administration team and the caretaker.
• Ensure the strategic vision of the school is achievable.

Skills

Managing budgets and financial planning

Reporting to audiences

Excellent IT skills

Strategic thinking

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Finance or SBM qualification

Tools

SIMS

FMS

Tucasi

Job description

* School Business ManagerFast Apply# School Business ManagerEmployerLocation: Epsom, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: PS9 or 10 dependant on experiencePosted: 23rd January 2026Start Date: 1st September 2026Expires: 27th February 2026 12:00 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 1st September 2026Job ID: 1529957Job Reference: SBM-26Start Date: 1st September 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1529957* Share :**School Business Manager****Contract: Permanent Contract****Start date: September 2026****Salary: Surrey pay S9-S10 dependent on experience (£41,586****- £47,142****FTE per annum, £20,488 - £25,836 pro rata)****Hours: 22 to 28 hours per week, term time only plus 3 weeks in the holidays (42 weeks), preferably Monday-Friday. This role is supported by an excellent office team including a Finance Assistant and HR Assistant.****Days and times to be arranged with the Headteacher upon appointment**Wallace Fields Junior School is seeking to recruit an experienced and highly skilled School Business Manager to join our successful school. Working as part of the Senior Leadership Team, the successful candidate will support the Headteacher and work closely with other leaders in order to ensure the strategic vision of the school is achievable and sustainable.We are looking to appoint a strong candidate to provide vision, knowledge and expertise in all aspects of finance and business management.**The ideal candidate will:*** Have experience of managing budgets and strategic financial planning, to balance the needs and aims of the school with sound financial planning and advice.* Be able to report effectively to different audiences including the Governing Body.* Have excellent IT skills, confident in using and implementing new technology to enhance efficiency and effectiveness – currently using SIMS, FMS & Tucasi systems.* Lead with strong knowledge and understanding, in relation to management of financial procedures, HR and recruitment, and Health and Safety in a school setting.* Need to demonstrate strategic thinking, strong communication skills and a commitment to being a team player.* The applicant will hold a team leadership role, being responsible for the management and development of the administration team and the school’s caretaker.* Be able to work and maintain focus under pressure and to meet deadlines, with excellent organisational skills.* Have an advantage with previous school experience, and a finance or SBM qualification.* Have a friendly, willing, dedicated and positive persona, reflecting the ethos of our school.**In return we can offer:*** A very popular school, with a warm, supportive and vibrant school community* Happy and well-motivated staff and pupils* Well-resourced school* Support of a strong Governing Body and Senior leadership team* A varied role with room to grow your knowledge and career* Excellent support, training and guidance**Closing date: Friday 12pm 27th February 2026****Interview Date: Week commencing 9th March 2026****Applicants must complete an application form. CVs will not be considered**Wallace Fields Junior School reserve the right not to appoint to the role, if candidates fail to demonstrate essential criteria in the person specification.Please refer to our website for further details. If you would like to visit our school or have any questions, please contact Mrs Claire White, SBM### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Wallace Fields Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Wallace Fields Junior School