Primary Business Support Manager in Bolton

We are seeking to appoint a highly organised, professional and proactive Primary Business Support Manager to join our dedicated and welcoming school team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator or business support professional to play a central role in the smooth day-to-day running of the school. Working closely with the Headteacher, Trust Central Teams and wider school staff, the successful candidate will support the effective delivery of finance, administration, HR processes, health and safety and operational systems across the school.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a busy environment, demonstrates initiative and professionalism, and is committed to supporting both the vision and Christian ethos of the school and Trust. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong organisational, administrative and interpersonal skills, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities with accuracy and attention to detail. You will be joining a committed and caring team who are passionate about ensuring every child experiences “life in all its fullness”.

WE ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE CANDIDATE WHO:

• Has experience working within a finance, administration, business support or operational environment, ideally within education.
• Has excellent organisational, communication and IT skills.
• Can work calmly under pressure whilst managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, initiative and attention to detail.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Will uphold and promote the Christian ethos and values of the school and Trust.
• Works effectively as part of a team and builds positive relationships with staff, pupils, parents and external agencies.

YOUR MAIN DUTIES WOULD BE:

• Supporting the day-to-day management of the school’s business support functions including finance administration, HR processes and operational systems.
• Managing finance administration tasks including orders and goods receipts, petty cash and credit card reconciliations, banking, school meals and other routine month-end processes in line with Trust procedures.
• Acting as a key point of contact for operational and administrative matters within school and liaising with Trust Central Teams.
• Supporting recruitment administration, induction processes, staff absence monitoring and maintaining the Single Central Record.
• Line managing administrative staff and supporting the development of efficient administrative systems and procedures.
• Coordinating health and safety procedures, acting as Fire Officer and supporting emergency evacuation and invacuation processes.
• Supporting school events, educational visits, lettings and wider operational activities.
• Ensuring school systems and processes operate in line with Trust policies, safeguarding requirements and statutory guidance.
• Attending relevant meetings and preparing administrative reports where required.

IN RETURN, WE OFFER:

• A welcoming, supportive and dedicated staff team.
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD), including leadership development opportunities.
• Access to high quality training and mentoring.
• Opportunities for career progression across the Trust.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work/life balance.
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Membership of a supportive and forward-thinking Trust.
• A caring and inclusive working environment rooted in Christian values.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

For more information visit our website Walmsley C.E. Primary A Bishop Fraser Trust School or contact the school office. Please do not send CV’s as they will not be considered. We reserve the right to close the recruitment early should sufficient suitable candidate applications be received. The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

CLOSING DATE: Monday 15th June 2026 @ 9:00am

INTERVIEWS: Monday 22nd June 2026