School Business Manager

School Business Manager

Start Date: As soon as possible

37 hours per week

Hours of work 8.00am to 4.00pm, Monday to Thursday and 8.00am to 3.30pm, Friday

Scale 8, Point Range 25 – 28

Term-time only plus 4 weeks holiday working (inc non pupil days)

Actual Salary Range £27,285 - £29,736

We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised person to join our school, working closely with the Headteacher and Chief Financial Officer. The successful candidate needs to be self-motivated, able to use their initiative, work to tight deadlines, pro-active and possess the ability to ‘think on their feet’.

The Business Manager will be required to provide financial leadership including planning, forecasting, budget setting and management, preparation of accounts and statutory reporting. Flexibility, resilience, honesty, integrity and an ability to prioritise are essential together with a high level of IT skills. This role involves line managing staff so the ability to motivate and inspire is essential along with good communication skills both written and oral.

Previous finance experience within a school setting would be desirable, although not essential as full training will be provided.

Applications

To apply for the role please download the application form from the vacancy page on https://www.zenithmultiacademytrust.co.uk/vacancies/, completed applications should be submitted to recruitment@zmat.co.uk. CV’s will not be accepted without a completed application form.

You must complete the application form fully and give details of all employment, training and gaps in employment since leaving secondary school to the present day. Any additional information, which you wish to bring to the notice of the selection panel should be included in your letter of application (supporting statement). Please ensure you say why and how you meet the criteria from the person specification in your letter of application.

Closing Date: Monday 8 March 2021 – Midday

Interview date: W/C 15 March 2021

If you have any queries, wish to discuss the role informally or undertake a visit to the Trust, please do not hesitate to contact us via email recruitment@zmat.co.uk or telephone 01702 42 6707.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible.

Due to the number of applications we receive, it is with regret that we cannot respond to every application, if you do not hear from the HR Department within two weeks of the deadline, please assume that on this occasion your application has unfortunately not been successful.

Castle View School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and good references.

We look forward to receiving your application.