Job Description

About Us

Leechpool Primary School is a large, friendly, vibrant school for children from 4 to 11 years old, situated in north-east Horsham. There are two classes in each year group, with no class having more than 30 pupils. We also have a 30 place nursery within the school grounds which is open 5 days a week.



At Leechpool, we are dedicated to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child feels valued, empowered, and ready to thrive. Through a high-quality, innovative curriculum, we inspire curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.



We believe in the power of collaboration and the strength of our learning community, guided by the 6 Rs--Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness, Resilience, Reflection, and Risk-taking--which shape our approach to growth and success. We set high expectations for ourselves and others, embracing a growth mindset where perseverance and resilience pave the way for progress.



Central to our vision is wellbeing--we foster an environment where children feel safe, supported, and empowered to be their best selves. We promote empathy, kindness, and emotional resilience, enabling children to develop essential life skills that prepare them not just for the next year group or secondary school, but for adulthood and the challenges of a diverse and evolving world.

Job Details

Salary:

NJC Grade 10 - 11 Salary: 39,862 - 47,181 - Depending on experience

Contract Type:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

Full Time (37 hours a week)

Location:

Leechpool Primary School

Interviews:

Week commencing 26th January 2026



Required for February 2026 - a highly capable person with financial and business experience.



We are looking to appoint a motivated and proactive professional who works well as part of a team. This role is crucial in the planning, monitoring and development of finance, personnel, administrative, premises and health and safety management within school.



The School Business Manager will work closely with the Headteacher, Governors, SLT and Local Authority to ensure the provision of efficient and effective services throughout the school.



The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, who leads by example - setting high standards for themselves and others. The School Business Manager reports directly to the Headteacher and Governing Body.



Full training will be given to the successful applicant in all aspects of the work to be undertaken.



We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory reference checks and Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.



Only an application made on the correct form will be considered.

Closing Date for applications

- Thursday 22 January 2026 - 12 noon

Interviews will be held

week commencing Monday 26 January 2026



Applications are to be returned to

sbm@leechpool.w-sussex.sch.uk

What You Need to Succeed

To be successful in this role you will need to be a strategic thinker, who leads by example - setting high standards for themselves and others.

Further Information

Leechpool Primary School and West Sussex County Council 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 an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.



Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).



Once complete please return this to

sbm@leechpool.w-sussex.sch.uk

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on

01403 210233

NOTE TO CANDIDATES

- Please

do not

select the 'Apply online' button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.


The reference number for this role is SCHO01618.



Job Reference: SCHO01618