School Business Manager

Grade: Grade 6 (SCP 19 24)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: Term Time + 4 Weeks

Actual Salary: £30,405 - £33,583

Interview Date: Friday 12^th June 2026

Due to the promotion of our current School Business Manager, Parkfield Primary School is seeking to appoint an exceptional and highly motivated School Business Manager (Level 1) to join our leadership team.

This is a pivotal role within our school. We are looking for someone who will not only manage the operational functions of the school but will also contribute strategically to our continued improvement and success.

About Parkfield Primary School

At Parkfield, we are proud of our strong values-driven culture. Our school community is built upon being Positive, Ambitious, Resilient and Kind, and we are looking for a leader who embodies these in their daily practice.

We are a forward-thinking, inclusive primary school with a strong commitment to continuous improvement, high standards and the best possible outcomes for all pupils.

About the Role

As School Business Manager, you will play a key strategic and operational role, working closely with the Headteacher and Governing Board to ensure the effective leadership of:

• Finance and budget management
• Human resources and staff management
• Health & safety and risk management
• Estate and facilities management
• Administrative systems and school operations

You will lead and manage support staff, oversee the school’s financial processes, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and drive efficiency across all non-teaching functions of the school.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, varied and high-impact role, and who is ready to contribute at both a strategic and operational level in our wonderful school.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a professional who:

• Has experience in financial management and budget monitoring
• Demonstrates knowledge of HR processes, compliance and staff management
• Has experience of health & safety, risk assessment and estate management
• Is highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused
• Can work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Is an excellent communicator, able to work with staff, governors, parents and external agencies
• Has the confidence and expertise to be part of a senior leadership team

Above all, we are looking for someone who shares our commitment to our pupils and community and who will contribute positively to the life of the school.

What We Offer

• A welcoming, supportive and ambitious school community
• A strong and collaborative leadership team
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• The chance to make a real difference to the strategic direction of the school .

Visits to School

We strongly encourage prospective candidates to visit the school to fully appreciate the role and our ethos.

To arrange a visit, please contact the school office.

Further information can be found on our website: www.parkfieldprimary.com

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to head@parkfield.rochdale.sch.uk by 11:59pm on Monday 8^th June 2026.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.