School Business Manager (Grade 8)

This is a permanent contract, working term time (39 weeks) plus an additional 2 weeks to be worked during school holiday time.

Hours are 24 per week – to be worked over 4 or 5 days, pending discussion with the candidate and School SLT.

Wigginton Primary School

Westfield Lane

Wigginton

York

YO32 2FZ

Tel: 01904 552225

Required for September 2025

 At Wigginton Primary School we aim to develop open and enquiring minds and above all, a love of learning that will last a lifetime.

Wigginton Primary School are currently seeking a School Business Manager to work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body to ensure the smooth running of the school, enabling our staff to focus on delivering excellent teaching.

We are a busy, friendly school and believe every child is entitled to the very best education that we can provide. We are proud of our broad, enriched curriculum and high-quality learning experiences, which lead to a high level of achievement, a well-developed emotional and spiritual awareness, and an appreciation of the broader aspects of life. In close partnership with our parents, carers and community, we prepare our children for the next stage of education and the challenges of growing up into happy, responsible and valued members of society.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of financial and other management information to guide strategic decisions and will oversee many areas, such as financial administrative, facility and property management, as well as supervising a team of staff within the school office.

Ideally you will have:

• Strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proven experience in a business or finance role, ideally in a school or education setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to work with a range of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of financial management and budgeting in a school/academy environment (desirable).

A proactive, problem-solving attitude with a hands-on approach.

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.  We require the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced Criminal Record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is subject to the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009 and as such shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a Disqualification Declaration. Any information supplied will be discussed at interview.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 9 June 2025

INTERVIEWS: Wednesday 18 June 2025​​​​​​​