School Business Manager at Nascot Wood Junior School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/NWJS/70668

Location

Nascot Wood Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 4YS

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£39,152.00 - £47,181.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual Salary: £21,657 - £26,374 depending on experience. Note that a 3.3% pay award is currently proposed for NJC support staff and, if agreed, would be applied retrospectively from the start date.

Hours Per Week

22.5 hours (3 days per week)

Weeks Per Year

Term time + INSET days + 2 weeks

Closing Date

4:00pm, Fri 12th Jun, 2026

Start Date

01-09-2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

22-06-2026

Interview Date(s) 22-06-2026

About this Role

This is an exciting opportunity to build on the strong foundations established by our current postholder, who is leaving following a promotion.

We are looking for a candidate with strong financial and organisational expertise who can work closely with the Headteacher and Governors to ensure the school’s resources are managed effectively, strategically and in line with statutory requirements.

The role has a particular focus on:

Budget setting, monitoring and forecasting
Financial reporting and strategic financial planning
Financial compliance and internal controls
Procurement and value for money
Supporting operational compliance, including health and safety
Management of school lettings and selected support services

We welcome applications from both experienced School Business Managers and candidates with strong financial or business management backgrounds looking to move into the education sector.

The successful candidate will:

Have significant experience of financial management and budget monitoring
Be able to interpret and present financial information clearly to senior leaders and governors
Demonstrate excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
Be able to prioritise effectively and work independently in a part-time role
Have the confidence to lead projects and support change
Be committed to high standards and continuous improvement

Experience within a school or educational environment is desirable but not essential.

In return, we can offer:

A welcoming and supportive school community
Friendly, committed and hardworking staff and governors
A positive and collaborative working culture
Opportunities for professional development
The chance to make a genuine contribution to the strategic development of the school
Flexibility with working arrangements for the right candidate.
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions