About Priory Common School

Priory Common School is part of the Inclusive Learning Federation with Romans Field and Bradwell Village schools.  Priory Common School is an infant school with a big heart, dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for our young pupils. As a small mainstream school, we pride ourselves on our close-knit community and the exceptional care we offer to every child in our charge. Our school is a place where creativity, curiosity, and a love of learning thrive, thanks to our passionate and talented team of educators.

The Role: School Business Support Manager

We are seeking an organised, proactive, and highly effective School Business Support Manager to support the School Business Manager and Head of School in the strategic and operational management of the school’s business and administrative functions.

This is a key leadership role within the school, ensuring that financial, administrative, and support services operate efficiently and effectively to support teaching and learning.

Key Responsibilities:

·         Assist the Head Teacher in monitoring all school budgets and accounts

·         Ensure all income and expenditure is accurately recorded, with budget records maintained and kept up to date

·         Assist in monitoring the effectiveness and value for money of services provided, including energy, supplies, and contracted services

·         Provide detailed analysis and evaluation of data, producing reports and information as required to support decision-making

·         Maintain inventories of equipment and assets and, in liaison with the Head Teacher, arrange the maintenance and/or replacement of equipment, furniture, and fittings

·         Develop, review, and adapt support and administrative procedures to maximise efficiency and effectiveness across the school

·         Negotiate, manage, and monitor contracts, tenders, and service level agreements for the provision of support services

·         Manage and supervise administrative staff, including recruitment, induction, appraisal, training, and mentoring

The Successful Applicant will be:

·         Experienced in a business management or support role, ideally within a school or educational setting

·         Have strong financial management, organisational, and analytical skills

·       Able to maintain high standards with honesty, professionalism and integrity

•       Organised and effective and able to follow policies and professional procedures

•       Creative in finding solutions and resolving issues

•       Fully conversant with safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures

•       Reflective and be able to review and improve procedures

•       Can work independently and use their initiative

•       Uphold and maintain professional standards

•       Willing to contribute to the school as a whole community and help to improve it

•       A dedicated, supportive and considerate colleague.

Why join Priory Common?

·         As a small infant school, you'll be part of a close-knit, supportive team dedicated to making a genuine difference in the lives of our pupils

·         A supportive and collaborative leadership team

·         Opportunities for professional development and training

·         A varied and rewarding role with real impact on the effectiveness of the school

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive and friendly team. If you feel that you can offer the following then Priory Common School would love to hear from you.

Potential applicants are encouraged to visit the school. Please contact the School Office to arrange a visit.

office@pcs.ilf.education or call 01908 321646