Job title: School Business Manager (SBM) – Primary Federation in Bath (January Start)
Company: Marchant Recruitment
Job description: A well-regarded primary school federation in Bath is seeking an experienced, strategic School Business Manager (SBM) to lead its financial, operational, HR, and administrative functions for a permanent January start.Job OverviewReporting directly to the Headteacher and Governing Body, the School Business Manager is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). You will take strategic leadership of finance (budget setting, auditing, procurement), human resources, premises management, health and safety, and administrative systems across the school. This role requires an accomplished financial manager with strong leadership acumen.Key ResponsibilitiesTake strategic responsibility for multi-year budget planning, financial forecasting, payroll validation, and annual audit managementLine manage non-teaching support teams, including administrative officers, finance assistants, site staff, and catering personnelOversee school HR functions, including recruitment administration, single central record (SCR) maintenance, and staff contractsLead procurement processes, negotiating high-value service contracts (catering, IT, cleaning) to maximize value for moneyOversee school estate planning, health and safety compliance, risk registers, and capital grant funding applicationsAttend Governor meetings, presenting clear financial statements, budget monitoring reports, and operational updatesThe School & What’s on OfferHighly regarded primary federation setting with an ambitious leadership cultureSalary: £42,000 – £50,000 (Senior Leadership Scale / Grade PO4–PO6 equivalent)Permanent, full-time contract starting JanuaryLocal Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and comprehensive leadership CPDHistoric Bath location with excellent road and rail connectionsCandidate RequirementsDiploma in School Business Management (DSBM / CSBM) OR relevant degree qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Business ManagementProven experience in financial management, budget preparation, and accounting (school or academy trust experience essential)Sound knowledge of school HR practices, statutory compliance, and Single Central Record (SCR) requirementsStrong leadership, strategic negotiation, and interpersonal management skillsActive enhanced DBS checkHow to ApplyPlease send your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered for this permanent School Business Manager leadership post in Bath for a January start.Write a short description of your company, a boilerplate of the business, service or product that you offer. Include your business idea and the target audience. This text is primarily supposed to be descriptive, not selling.
Expected salary: £42000 – 50000 per year
Location: Bath
Job date: Thu, 03 Sep 2026 04:33:00 GMT
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