At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead income-generating activities and manage financial projects at a vibrant primary school.
- Company: Newbury Park Primary School, a supportive and inclusive community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a welcoming work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to grow in a dynamic role with a focus on children's welfare.
- Why this job: Shape the future of education while ensuring financial sustainability for a thriving school.
- Qualifications: Strong financial awareness, project management skills, and excellent communication abilities.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Newbury Park Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and proactive Commercial & Finance Manager to develop and lead the school's income generating activities. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and grow commercial provision while supporting the long term financial sustainability of a thriving and ambitious primary school.
Working directly with the Headteacher, you will take responsibility for developing and managing areas including:
- School lettings
- Wraparound care
- Extra curricular clubs
- Commercial projects
- Marketing and promotion of commercial services
- Financial monitoring and reporting relating to income generation
This role has a clear commercial focus and complements, rather than duplicates, the work of the School Business Manager.
We are looking for someone who:
- has excellent financial and commercial awareness
- has strong organisational and project management skills
- is able to identify opportunities to increase income and improve services
- communicates confidently with parents, staff, contractors and external organisations
- is able to manage multiple priorities and work independently
- has excellent administrative and IT skills
- shares our commitment to providing outstanding opportunities for children and families
- is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
The successful candidate will also undertake the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) and will receive appropriate training and support.
Salary: Appointment will be made on the London Borough of Redbridge Scale. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience.
We can offer:
- a welcoming, inclusive and supportive school community
- an ambitious and forward thinking leadership team
- opportunities to develop and shape a growing area of the school's work
- excellent professional development
- a well resourced, four form entry primary school
