School Business Manager

Winstanley Community Primary School

Tan House Drive

Winstanley

Wigan

WN3 6JP

Salary: Grade 9, £35,886 - £40,593 per annum.

37 hours per week, term time plus 3 weeks working 41 weeks per year

Required for June 2026

About us:

Winstanley Primary School is a thriving, popular two-form entry community school with a strong sense of purpose and a dedicated, supportive team. We are proud of our nurturing ethos and commitment to providing exceptional learning experiences for every child.

About the role:

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding School Business Manager who is highly organised, proactive and skilled, to play a central role in the strategic and operational leadership of the school. This is a key leadership position where you will directly influence the continued success and smooth running of the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead financial management, budgeting, reporting and compliance.
• Oversee HR processes including recruitment, contracts and staff records.
• Manage administration systems including attendance, admissions, census and GDPR compliance.
• Lead on premises, health & safety, site management and contractor oversight.
• Manage and support external IT provider, catering and cleaning teams.
• Line manage school admin team, caretaker and lunchtime supervisors.
• Contribute to strategic leadership and school improvement planning.

About you:

You will bring:

• Experience in school or senior business/operational management.
• Strong financial and organisational capability.
• Knowledge of HR, compliance and safeguarding systems.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach.

We Can Offer You:

• An inclusive, friendly and caring school environment.
• A dedicated, motivated and enthusiastic staff team.
• A supportive Leadership Team and Governing Board.
• The opportunity to work with enthusiastic, happy and well-behaved children.
• A well-resourced and outstanding learning environment.
• A strong commitment to professional development.
• An outstanding school ethos with strong community and partnership links.

Visits to the school are strongly recommended. These will take place on Wednesday 13th May at 1:15pm and Friday 15th May at 9:15am. Please confirm your attendance with the office on 01942 749141.

A pre-employment health assessment is required.

Winstanley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: 01942 749141 E-mail: enquiries@admin.winstanley.wigan.sch.uk Website: www.winstanley.wigan.sch.uk

Interview date: Thursday 21st May 2026

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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