School Business Manager – Maternity Cover
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School:
The Archway Federation -
Location:
County Durham -
Salary:
Grade 9 - £31,099-£34,723 pro rata -
Hours:
37 hours per week, term time + 10 days -
Contractual Status:
Temporary -
Closing Date:
19th May 2023
The school governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and engaging person to cover the maternity leave for our valued School Business Manager. The successful applicant will be the School Business Manager for the duration of the maternity leave and will end on the return of the current post holder. The successful candidate will play a major role in the smooth running of both schools and the post requires a wide range of skills. The duties are outlined in the job description and person specification documents. The successful candidate will:
- Demonstrate flexibility and enthusiasm;
• Be an innovative thinking;
• Possess excellent organisational and communication skills;
• Be able to manage their own time effectively, often working to tight deadlines.
You will require a Business Manager qualification and experience of working within a school setting. You should have a proven track record in excellent financial control and management and in developing strategic financial plans. You must be able to provide sound financial advice to the Executive Head Teacher.
The post is term time only + 10 days.
This is an exciting time for the two schools as we will be joining Lingfield Education Trust from 1st June 2023 so the successful candidate will be employed under Lingfield Education Trust contracts.
If you require any further information regarding the post please don’t hesitate to contact Miss Tomkins, the School Business Manager.
The closing date for application is Friday 19th May at 12 noon with interviews to take place week commencing 22nd May 2023. Applicants who meet the essential criteria will be invited for a formal interview.
The post will begin on 10th July 2023.
Vane Road Primary School and Woodham Burn Community Primary School and Nursery are part of The Archway Federation, the successful applicant will work between both schools.
In line with the County Council’s Recruitment and Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CVs. Any information provided on CVs will not be considered for short listing purposes.
The post is not open to job share
Application forms are available online and should be returned by email to l.tomkins200@thearchwayfederation.co.uk
Supporting documents
Application FormOther Supporting Documents:
Application form guidance notes SBM Person Spec SBM Job DescriptionThe Archway Federation
On 1st September 2021, The Archway Federation was formed. The Federation comprises of Vane Road Primary School and Woodham Burn Community Primary School and Nursery. This is an exciting development for both schools and brings together the excellent care and educational practice in both schools. There is one Governing Body for the Federation ensuring that the schools are the very best for the unique communities they serve.
In the formation of the Federation, Mr Kieran Pavey, was appointed as Executive Head Teacher with Mrs Gemma Sim appointed the Head of School for Vane Road and Mr Damian Sparrow, the Head of School for Woodham Burn.
The Federation shares the same key principles:
1. We place the child at the centre of everything we do;
2. We want Excellence for all:
Excellence in Safeguarding;
Excellence in Education;
Excellence in Leadership
Excellent Citizens;
Excellence in Community.
The principles direct all our work across the Federation and are central to ensuring that our schools are the best possible places for our children.
Applying by post
The Archway Federation,
Vane Road Primary School,
Vane Road,
Newton Aycliffe,
Co. Durham,
DL5 5RH