School Business Manager

at  East Sussex County Council

Organisation
Laughton Community Primary School
Location
Lewes
Salary
£32,030 - £44,428 per annum pro rata
Closing date
22/11/2024
Contract type
Term Time - Permanent
Work pattern
Part Time
Hours
32
Job Type
Support Staff - Education
Job reference
orbis/TP/370373/42978
Hours of work: 32 per week
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 3 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years’ continuous service)
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
Closing date: 22 November 2024
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
The Oak Tree Federation Firle and Laughton School, Church Lane, Laughton, Lewes, BN8 6AH
Phone: 01323811306
Email: laughtonoffice@oaktreefederation.co.uk
Website: www.laughtonschool.co.uk
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.
The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.
If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.
Our small, friendly and supportive schools are looking for a School Business Manager to join their team.
Required January 2025 (earlier if possible).
The ideal candidate will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of the school’s finances, administration, facilities, and human resources.
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of the school’s non-teaching functions.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Proven experience in financial management, preferably within an educational setting.
Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
Knowledge of HR processes and statutory compliance requirements.
Ability to work collaboratively with staff, stakeholders, and external partners.
Relevant degree or professional qualification in finance, business management, or related field. Additional qualifications in school business management or finance desirable.
Visits to the school are most welcome. Application forms and more information available from the School Office on 01323 811306 and website http://www.laughton.e-sussex.sch.uk or email school at laughtonoffice@oaktreefederation.co.uk
Additional Information
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times