Job Description

Job Introduction

We are seeking a School Business Manager to join our team at Marnel Junior School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

Working as part of the Senior Leadership Team, the Business Manager plays a lead role alongside the Headteacher to ensure that the school meets its educational and operational aims. Working in close cooperation with the Trust's central finance, capital, IT and HR executives, the Business Manager upholds the highest standards of business and operational practice within the school and ensures the most effective use of resources in support of the school's learning objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

In the absence of the Headteacher, and supported by the Trust central team, take delegated responsibility for financial and business decisions Plan and manage change in accordance with the schools' development/ strategic plans Lead and manage administration staff in conjunction with the relevant members of the Trust's central team

Requirements include:

Essential

Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children Minimum 2 Years of relevant work experience Accounting qualification or equivalent significant experience in financial management

Desirable

Knowledge of school or schools' finance and accounting systems, particularly PS Financials, Arbor, GDPRiS and Edupay School Business Manager qualification i.e. Fellow of NASBM, DSBM, CSBM

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:Reflective, optimistic and aspirational Collaborative and innovative Committed, engaged and professional Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to apply for this role:

For a full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on BET careers website

Please follow the link below to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.
https://careers.bourne.education/careers-search/current-vacancies/item/832/school-business-manager-2

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.