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School Business Manager

School Business Manager

Rosebery School

Surrey

  • Expired
Salary:
£47407 - £54788
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
As soon as possible
Apply by:
28 February 2017

Job overview

School Business Manager 

£47407 - £54788 per annum 

36 Hours per week, 52 Weeks of the Year  

Rosebery School is seeking to recruit an experienced and commercially minded School Business Manager who will lead, inspire and motivate. 

There are many very good reasons to join the outstanding staff team at Rosebery School, which is an all-girls non-selective secondary academy and the only all-girls state school in Surrey.  Over the last three years Rosebery School has been placed in the top 100 non-selective state schools in the country for our GCSE exam performance and our Progress 8 Score of 0.42 places us in the top 11% of schools.   

Joining Rosebery at this very exciting stage would offer a unique opportunity to make a considerable impact on the future direction of this already highly successful, oversubscribed and vibrant girls’ Academy.   

The main purpose of the role is to lead and manage all aspects of the school’s non-teaching function including finance, administration, communications, human resources, facilities and health & safety and to work with governors to fulfil the role of Company Secretary. Reporting to the Head Teacher, and as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will be expected to demonstrate strategic thinking, direction setting and outstanding people management skills. Although not essential, it would be a distinct advantage if you have previous experience of working as a Business Manager, Finance Manager or Bursar, ideally in the Education sector.  

Key Responsibilities:  

• Work with the Leadership Team and Governing Body to provide advice, guidance and strategic leadership that promotes the school’s aims 

• Undertake strategic financial planning and provide advice to the Head Teacher, Leadership Team and Governors on the most effective use of resources and generation of income. 

• Ensure all business management functions operate in accordance with statutory regulations including all aspects of the school’s finance and budget.  

• Seek to achieve ‘best value’ in all areas of expenditure by testing the market, negotiating and monitoring contracts and services  

• Develop and co-ordinate grant applications from statutory, charity and voluntary organisations and maximise income generation from external sources.    

For the successful applicant we offer:  

• Recognition for commitment and achievement 

• Development through CPD and career management  

• An opportunity to join a cohesive and supportive team  

• A range of staff benefits; including childcare vouchers and cycle to work 

• Onsite parking and excellent public transport links  

Epsom is a thriving market town located only a stone’s throw from London, but a million miles from the hustle and bustle of the capital. The town has lovely theatre and a wide range of parks, shops, restaurants and cafes.   

How to apply for the role:  

Please see the attached recruitment pack for further information about the role. Interested applicants are encouraged to contact the school for a visit by contacting the Headteacher’s PA Ali Stuart astuart@rosebery.surrey.sch.uk   

To apply for the role please send the completed application form and equality form to jobs@rosebery.surrey.sch.uk by the closing date of Tuesday 28th February 2017 at 12 noon.   

Applicants will be required to demonstrate their commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in line with the school's policies and procedures. A satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for this role.  

Rosebery School, White Horse Drive, Epsom, Surrey KT18 7NQ Tel: 01372 720439 Headteacher: Ms Ros Allen

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About Rosebery School

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Rosebery is a vibrant and stimulating place to work. We have a record of high performance but continually challenge all members of our community to improve further, in order to fulfill our moral purpose to provide the best possible educational experience for our students who are a delight to teach.

We set high expectations for all, but this is accompanied by a support system for students and staff which includes universal access to coaching and mentoring, significant opportunities for individualised personal, academic and professional development and a culture which emphasises kindness and integrity above all.

We are committed to creating a happy, purposeful and secure environment which provides the opportunity for all to develop and grow; to build confidence and self-belief; and to be enriched and stimulated so that everyone plays an active and positive part of the Rosebery, Epsom and wider communities.

In May 2017, Ofsted graded the school as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas.

Working at Rosebery is challenging and stimulating. If you choose to join us at this very exciting stage of our development, you will have an opportunity to make a real difference to the way we deliver education for our students.   Epsom, Surrey is a thriving market town located only a stone’s throw from London, but a million miles from the hustle and bustle of the capital. The town has lovely theatre and a wide range of parks, shops, restaurants and cafes.

Ten very good reasons to join the staff at Rosebery School

  1. Our students are a joy to work with and achieve outstanding results at every key stage.
  2. We are a diverse and inclusive community.
  3. A personalised professional learning programme is in place for every member of staff.
  4. Many staff members have been internally promoted.
  5. Close collaboration with our feeder primaries, neighbouring secondaries and MAT partners ensures that there are many opportunities to work with colleagues in other schools.
  6. Opportunity to lead training for trainees across the local area, or to benefit from the vast experience of our mentoring team who support the large number of SCITT and PGCE trainees who come to Rosebery each term.
  7. Children of staff are given priority in our admissions policy.
  8. Our Leadership Team has an open door policy.
  9. We employ cover supervisors and dedicated administrative support staff to ensure that teachers at Rosebery are able to use their non-contact time for planning, marking and feedback.
  10. There are many extra-curricular opportunities for colleagues.

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As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.

  • Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
  • Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
  • 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
  • We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
  • Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

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  • Access to our highly competitive pension scheme
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  • Generous holiday allowance
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  • Access to a staff benefits portal
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