Finance & Business Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 17 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 16 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 5AZ |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 466043dd-d3f1-417a-aec2-efe2089a3702 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Highcliffe St Mark is a thriving, inclusive primary school set in the beautiful coastal town of Christchurch. Rooted in Christian values and committed to educational excellence, we are proud of our dynamic and caring team who work together to make a real difference in the lives of our children and the wider community.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Finance and Business Manager to join our senior leadership team. This is a key strategic role, vital to the smooth and effective running of our school. You’ll lead on finance, HR, premises, health and safety, and administration, supporting the Headteacher and governors to deliver the very best for our pupils. This is a full time role, although there will be some flexibility on hours
The ideal candidate will:
• Demonstrate outstanding business management skills and a solution-focused approach
• Hold a recognised qualification in finance, management, or business (degree level preferred, but significant relevant experience and CPD will be considered)
• Have substantial experience managing finance and/or administration in a school or comparable setting
• Have strong leadership experience, including performance management and team development
• Be confident in project management, reporting, and presenting to senior stakeholders
• Have a working knowledge of HR, payroll, recruitment, and data protection compliance
• Be experienced in facilities, health and safety, and premises management
• Communicate effectively, build strong relationships, and model high professional standards
• Support and uphold the school’s Christian values and inclusive ethos
What the school offers its staff
In return, we offer:
• A positive, welcoming and supportive school community
• An experienced and committed administrative team to lead
• Excellent facilities and outdoor learning spaces
• A strong culture of professional development
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking school
We warmly welcome visits to the school — come and see what makes Highcliffe St Mark such a special place to work.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Highcliffe St Mark is a thriving, inclusive primary school set in the beautiful coastal town of Christchurch. Rooted in Christian values and committed to educational excellence, we are proud of our dynamic and caring team who work together to make a real difference in the lives of our children and the wider community.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Finance and Business Manager to join our senior leadership team. This is a key strategic role, vital to the smooth and effective running of our school. You’ll lead on finance, HR, premises, health and safety, and administration, supporting the Headteacher and governors to deliver the very best for our pupils. This is a full time role, although there will be some flexibility on hours
The ideal candidate will:
• Demonstrate outstanding business management skills and a solution-focused approach
• Hold a recognised qualification in finance, management, or business (degree level preferred, but significant relevant experience and CPD will be considered)
• Have substantial experience managing finance and/or administration in a school or comparable setting
• Have strong leadership experience, including performance management and team development
• Be confident in project management, reporting, and presenting to senior stakeholders
• Have a working knowledge of HR, payroll, recruitment, and data protection compliance
• Be experienced in facilities, health and safety, and premises management
• Communicate effectively, build strong relationships, and model high professional standards
• Support and uphold the school’s Christian values and inclusive ethos
What the school offers its staff
In return, we offer:
• A positive, welcoming and supportive school community
• An experienced and committed administrative team to lead
• Excellent facilities and outdoor learning spaces
• A strong culture of professional development
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking school
We warmly welcome visits to the school — come and see what makes Highcliffe St Mark such a special place to work.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.