School Business Manager

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Job Description

• Paddocks Primary School
• Address: Rochfort Avenue, Newmarket, Suffolk CB8 0DL
• Salary: £28,142 - £32,061 per annum
• Hours: Full Time, Part time will be considered for the right candidate
• Contract: Permanent, required from April 2026
• Reference: 8307

Are you an experienced and caring professional looking to make a real difference in education?

Paddocks Primary School, a thriving and inclusive community primary school, is seeking a School Business Manager to join our team.

About the role

As our School Business Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the school. You will be responsible for managing finance, HR, premises, and administrative functions, enabling our teachers and staff to focus on delivering an outstanding education for our pupils.

You will:

• lead on financial planning, budgeting, and reporting to ensure best value
• oversee some HR processes
• manage premises and health and safety compliance
• develop and implement strategies to maximise resources and income generation
• work closely with the Headteacher and Governors to support the school's vision and priorities.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• has proven experience in financial and business management, ideally within an educational setting
• has strong leadership and communication skills
• can work strategically and collaboratively
• has excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We can offer you:

• A supportive and friendly team environment with a strong commitment to work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• The chance to make a real impact on the lives of children and the local community.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (pdf),Person Specification (pdf) and the Application Guidance (Word).

To learn more about the school, please visit our website.

For an informal conversation with the headteacher about this role, please email admin@paddocks.suffolk.sch.uk.

How to apply

Please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to admin@paddocks.suffolk.sch.uk.

Closing date: 1pm, 30 January 2026

Interview date: 11 February 2026

Promoted as SPJ (Standard Plus Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.

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