School Business Manager - Sheffield Primary School

School Business Manager (Primary) Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire (S-Postal Code areas) Salary: £35,000 – £38,000 per annum Start Date: ASAP / Immediate Contract: Full-Time, Permanent The Opportunity Are you a versatile professional looking to make a tangible impact on the Sheffield education landscape? We are seeking an experienced School Business Manager to take the operational reins of a vibrant local primary school. This is a "hub of the community" role. If you enjoy the variety of managing a budget in the morning and overseeing a facilities project in the afternoon—all while being part of a supportive, child-centered environment—this is the perfect fit. The Role at a Glance As the lead for all non-teaching functions, your remit will be broad and rewarding: Strategic Finance: Leading on budget setting, monitoring, and ensuring every penny benefits the pupils. Operational Excellence: Managing the school site, health and safety, and external contractors. HR & Admin: Overseeing the "front of house" team and ensuring HR compliance and payroll accuracy. Leadership: Sitting as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to help shape the school's future. What You Bring to the Table Financial Fluency: You don’t just "do" numbers; you understand how to use them to drive school improvement. The "Sheffield Spirit": A down-to-earth, collaborative approach with excellent communication skills. Resilience: The ability to handle the fast-paced, often unpredictable nature of a primary school office. Urgency: You are ready to hit the ground running and integrate quickly into a new team. Why Apply? Immediate Start: Skip the long notice period wait—we are ready for you now. Competitive Sheffield Salary: A solid £35k–£38k bracket with LGPS pension benefits. Community Impact: Play a pivotal role in a school that is the heartbeat of its local area. Autonomy: Manage your own workload and lead your departments with professional trust. How to Express Interest To receive a full job description and discuss this opportunity in confidence, please submit your CV today!