School Business Manager

Byfleet Primary is a supportive and friendly one-form entry primary school, which sits in the heart of its local community. We are in close proximity to the A3, M25 (junction 10/11) and New Haw train stations and benefit from being part of the Engage, Enrich, Excel Multi Academy Trust (EEEA Trust). We are committed to providing a high quality education to meet the needs of all our children, ensuring progress for all. We are looking to recruit an experienced enthusiastic, hardworking, and highly motivated School Business Manager who has a passion for working in a small busy school and is keen to build a new team of office staff.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher and Governors as a key part of the school’s Senior Leadership Team to support the smooth running of the school. They will directly manage the office and premises team and benefit from support of trust-wide business managers and central team. We are looking for someone who:

• Can lead, manage and add value to each aspect of the role including finance, income generation, procurement, HR, safer recruitment, IT infrastructure (including cyber security), data protection, premises, Health & Safety and compliance.
• Has a dedicated and professional outlook, enthusiasm for working in a small busy office and the ability to apply knowledge flexibly.
• Brings a strong financial and HR background, with proven leadership experience;
• Has proven experience of managing revenue and capital budgets, can confidently lead on budget planning, payroll processing and financial control.
• Has the ability to lead and quality-assure facilities management, premises and catering
• Combines solid business skills with an understanding of management and finance in a school or similar organisation (qualification such as CSBM or equivalent is desirable )
• Builds effective, supportive relationships across the staff team and trust-colleagues
• Is organised, able to multi-task, communicates efficiently and meets deadlines consistently
• Wants to make a difference to our children and families, and go above and beyond
• Will have a visible presence within our school community

We can offer you:

• Professional Growth: The opportunity to develop the Admin & Premises Team at Byfleet, as well as your role and own career. An exciting a diverse role. Tailoured and high quality CPD.
• Making a Difference: Working with a dynamic and developing Senior Team, bringing fresh, collaborative leadership, making a real difference to the lives of young children.
• Support & Collaboration: Work alongside a proactive team of peers (Business Managers) across the Trust; supported by the central team.
  Free access to Employee Assistance programme (including legal and financial services and support)
• Work-Life Balance: 41-week working contract (offering significant time off during school holidays) and family-centred policies.
• Parking: Free onsite parking.

School tours: We strongly advise you to visit the school to see our community in action and meet Headteacher Richard Bowman. To arrange your visit, please contact Neil Massie at Academicis our recruitment partner - contact details on back page of our candidate pack, or on our application form. Alternative one-hour visit slots can be offered to suit your availability.

• Monday 13th July 2026, 10-11am
• Tuesday 14th July 2026, 9-11am
• Tuesday 8th September 2026, 9-11am
• Friday 11th September 2026, 1-3pm
• Tuesday 15th September 2026, 9-11am
• Friday 18th September 2026, 1-3pm

Closing Date: Monday 21st September, 9am

Shortlisting: Monday 21st September

Interviews: Monday 28th September - please ensure you are available for this date

Start date: We reserve the right to interview and appoint earlier than these advertised dates, should an appropriate application be received.

If you wish to discover more about this exciting opportunity, need any further information or would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Neil Massie at Academicis - contact details on back page of our candidate pack or on our application form.