School Business Manager

Queensbridge Primary School

School Business Manager

Location: Queensbridge Primary School, St Germain Street, Farnworth, Bolton. BL4 7BL
Salary Grade: Grade H SCP 27-31
Actual Salary: £32,727 - £35,768
Hours: 37 hours per week Term Time plus 5 days
Contract type: Permanent
Closing date: 12 noon Monday 8th June, 2026
Shortlisting: Tuesday 9th June, 2026
Interviews and tasks: 15 th / 16th June, 2026
To commence: 1st September 2026

"Due to the retirement of the current substantive postholder"

The Governors of Queensbridge Primary School are looking to appoint a School Business Manager, Salary Range Grade H - SCP 27-31 working 37 hours per week, Term Time plus 5 days.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, hard-working and dedicated Business Manager to join our happy and successful Primary School.

We are a one form entry Primary School with 249 wonderful children who are welcoming, diverse and eager to learn. We aim to help all our children to be the best that they can be and we are looking for a Business Manager who will support our ethos.

The successful candidate will:
Work closely with the Head Teacher to ensure the non-teaching operational, financial and administrative functions of the school are well managed.
Have proven experience in managing budgets.
Have a good working knowledge of Health and Safety compliance.
Have the ability to manage a wide range of stakeholder relationships.
Have experience of managing a team.
Can exercise discretion and confidentiality.
Is forward-thinking, proactive and approachable.
Have a strong work ethic and a sense of humour.
Carry out administrative tasks to a high standard including the use of ICT
Be motivated, have a positive attitude, enjoy a challenge and have “grit”.
Be supportive of the inclusive ethos of the school
Be committed to the safeguarding and care of children in our school

School experience is not essential for someone with the right skills. We are looking for someone with a proven ability to multi-task and respond to an environment which is ever changing.

In return we will offer:
A genuine commitment to your professional development as a school leader An inclusive school with a 16 place SEND Unit Staff who celebrate important milestones e.g. birthdays, new baby, or special achievements. An environment where people are truly valued and are rewarded for hard work A dedicated, newly refurbished staff room Access to Bolton Council’s Occupational Health Support Scheme, Viv Up Staff Star of The Week Appropriate IT equipment and Positive Teacher Company Planner

Key areas of responsibility will be:
Finance Securing financial sustainability in the medium to long term
Administration Ensuring the delivery of core reporting, both internally and externally
Human Resources Managing and leading the current team
Premises Supporting and line managing the Site Manager in maintaining and enhancing our premises, facilities and health & safety requirements and regulations.
Grant Applications & Procurement Applying for and managing external bids, contracts etc
With a strong finance background and excellent, proven leadership skills, we are inviting applications from highly competent, qualified and experienced individuals wishing to join our team of dedicated professionals.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged, prior to shortlisting. Please contact the school office to arrange a mutually convenient time on 01204 332577 or by email to office@queensbridge.bolton.sch.uk
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 8th June, 2026.
Please return completed application forms to:

Mrs D Crier
School Business Manager
Queensbridge Primary School
St Germain Street
Farnworth
Bolton
BL4 7BL

Or by email to office@queensbridge.bolton.sch.uk
Shortlisting: Tuesday 9th June, 2026
Interviews and tasks: 15th / 16th June 2026

Queensbridge Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. The above post will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service, satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.