At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage support service teams, oversee financial management and HR processes.
- Company: Join Sheffield South East Trust, focused on enhancing educational outcomes.
- Benefits: Potential for a permanent position and a chance to impact the school community.
- Other info: Position based at Wybourn Community Primary & Nursery School, S2 Sheffield.
- Why this job: This role offers a varied leadership opportunity within a supportive Multi-Academy Trust.
- Qualifications: Experience managing multiple teams, strong financial management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 38220 - 41771 £ per year.
On behalf of Sheffield South East Trust, we are recruiting for the role below:
School Business Manager – Wybourn Community Primary & Nursery School, S2 Sheffield South East Trust
Start date: September 2026
Salary: £38,220 - £41,771
Contract: Temporary to Permanent | Full Time
About the Role
This is a key leadership role within the school, responsible for the strategic and operational management of all support services. You will play a vital role in ensuring the school runs efficiently, enabling staff to focus on delivering excellent outcomes for pupils.
Key Services
- Finance
- Administration
- HR
- Facilities & Site Management
- ICT
- Health & Safety
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage multiple support service teams, ensuring high performance and clear direction
- Oversee financial management, including budgeting, monitoring expenditure and reporting
- Ensure administrative systems are efficient, compliant and effective
- Manage HR processes, including safer recruitment and compliance with legislation
- Oversee site management, facilities and external contracts to ensure safety and value for money
- Act as Health & Safety lead, maintaining robust policies, procedures and risk assessments
- Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to support strategic planning and school improvement
- Support ICT and MIS functions to ensure systems effectively support teaching and learning
About You
- Proactive, organised and solutions-focused individual
- Experience managing multiple teams and functions (ideally within education)
- Strong financial management skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Knowledge of safeguarding, health & safety, and compliance
- Can work independently, manage priorities and make sound decisions
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative Multi-Academy Trust
- A varied and rewarding leadership role
- Potential for a permanent position
- The chance to make a real impact within a school community
Business Manager employer: Career Teachers
Sheffield South East Trust offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth. Located in Sheffield, the trust is dedicated to improving educational outcomes for pupils. Join a team that values proactive leadership and community impact.
