School Business Manager - English Martyrs Catholic Primary School
| Posting date: | 20 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £39,677 to £45,253 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 February 2026 |
| Location: | Reading, Berkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Reading Borough Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SCH3307 |
Summary
37 Hours per week - Term time only + inset days, plus two additional weeks - Permanent to start ASAP
The Governors of English Martyrs Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an outstanding, highly motivated, and proactive School Business Manager with excellent interpersonal skills to join our dedicated leadership team.
The successful candidate will:
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to, and support for, the School’s Catholic ethos and values
• Work collaboratively as a member of the Senior Leadership Team to contribute to the strategic direction and development of the school
• Take overall responsibility for the effective operational management of the school’s financial resources
• Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the school’s business functions
• Build and maintain positive and professional working relationships with staff, Governors, parents, and external stakeholders
• Lead and manage key areas including Administration, Human Resources, Facilities and Property Management, Marketing, and Health & Safety
We are looking for a dynamic, organised, and committed professional with proven experience in a similar role.
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School is a welcoming and supportive community, dedicated to the professional development and wellbeing of all our staff.
Our offer:
• Local Government Pension Scheme (Berkshire Pensions)
• 5, 10 and 20 year service awards
• Employee Assistance Programme
We are very proud of our welcoming and inclusive school, and we would love to show you around. Please email or call for an appointment to visit.
The application pack with further information is available from our website: https://englishmartyrs.reading.sch.uk/our-school/vacancies-and-teacher-training/ alternatively email sbm@englishmartyrs.reading.sch.uk.
Closing date: Thursday 5th February 2026
Interview date: Thursday 12 February 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role requires an enhanced DBS check, and we will conduct an online search for candidates. CVs will not be accepted; please request an application pack via the above email or download one from our website. We are an equal opportunities employer.
The Governors of English Martyrs Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an outstanding, highly motivated, and proactive School Business Manager with excellent interpersonal skills to join our dedicated leadership team.
The successful candidate will:
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to, and support for, the School’s Catholic ethos and values
• Work collaboratively as a member of the Senior Leadership Team to contribute to the strategic direction and development of the school
• Take overall responsibility for the effective operational management of the school’s financial resources
• Ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the school’s business functions
• Build and maintain positive and professional working relationships with staff, Governors, parents, and external stakeholders
• Lead and manage key areas including Administration, Human Resources, Facilities and Property Management, Marketing, and Health & Safety
We are looking for a dynamic, organised, and committed professional with proven experience in a similar role.
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School is a welcoming and supportive community, dedicated to the professional development and wellbeing of all our staff.
Our offer:
• Local Government Pension Scheme (Berkshire Pensions)
• 5, 10 and 20 year service awards
• Employee Assistance Programme
We are very proud of our welcoming and inclusive school, and we would love to show you around. Please email or call for an appointment to visit.
The application pack with further information is available from our website: https://englishmartyrs.reading.sch.uk/our-school/vacancies-and-teacher-training/ alternatively email sbm@englishmartyrs.reading.sch.uk.
Closing date: Thursday 5th February 2026
Interview date: Thursday 12 February 2026
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role requires an enhanced DBS check, and we will conduct an online search for candidates. CVs will not be accepted; please request an application pack via the above email or download one from our website. We are an equal opportunities employer.
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