About This Role
36 hours per week
Permanent Full time
All year round
Required: September 2026
Are you an experienced and dynamic school business professional who thrives on leading change, shaping systems and building strong, effective teams? Do you want to play a key strategic role in driving improvement and shaping the future of a thriving, ambitious primary school?
Albemarle is a happy, inclusive and forward-thinking school with a strong commitment to collaboration, high standards and professional growth. Under the leadership of our newly appointed Headteacher, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact, leading change, shaping practice and ensuring the school runs smoothly and sustainably for years to come.
The role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated School Business Manager to join the leadership team at Albemarle Primary School in Southfields. You will lead on finance, premises, operations, HR and compliance, delivering efficient and effective processes across the school. You will play an integral role in shaping a newly forming office team and developing streamlined, future-focused systems that enable staff to do their best work for our children.
What we are looking for:
- A CSBM/DSBM qualification (or equivalent, or working towards one)
- Strategic insight and the ability to lead and improve systems
- Experience supporting HR processes
- Strong ICT skills (Arbor, Access, MS Office)
- Excellent organisation, problem-solving and prioritisation skills
- Experience of managing and motivating teams
- Great communication skills and a collaborative approach
- Commitment to inclusion, high standards and continuous improvement
- Understanding of health and safety in a school context
What we can offer:
- Happy, enthusiastic children who love learning and are proud of their school
- A caring, committed and supportive staff team
- Excellent opportunities for professional development
- A leadership team who value your expertise and contribution
- A nurturing and inclusive school culture
If you are a current or aspiring School Business Manager with the drive and vision to make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit please contact Joyce Greaves at Info@albemarle.Wandsworth.sch.uk
An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below or from the Wandsworth Council website Apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform..
Completed Application Forms to be returned by email to – Info@albemarle.wandsworth.sch.uk
Closing Date: 12th April 2026 (at Midnight)
Interview Date: 16th April 2026
Interviews: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. We reserve the right to close the position once a suitable applicant is appointed.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
We reserve the right to withdraw this advert before the closing date upon receipt of successful applications.
Albemarle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS clearance.
Please note that we do not accept CVs
Albemarle Primary School
Princes Way
Southfields, London
SW19 6JP
Telephone: 020 8788 3170
Headteacher: Mrs. E. Haston