School Business Manager

Thaxted Primary School, Thaxted
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Job Ref No. ECC5248-89S Position Type: Administration Pay Range: LG Scale 9
Position Start Date: 26/01/2026 Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 11/11/2025 Midday Date of Interviews: 20-21 November 2025  

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Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you enjoy being busy? Then Thaxted Primary could be the school for you!

Our current SBM is retiring. We are seeking a calm, organised professional to join our friendly, supportive team.

Our new Business Manager will:

· play a key role in the smooth running of the school

· be responsible for the management of the school's finances, human resources, payroll, premises, health and safety and data protection

· line manage the admin and premises teams

· Put the children's well-being and happiness at the centre of everything that they do

Successful applicants will ideally have a school business management qualification or be willing to work towards this, plus:

· Excellent people skills and some experience of managing staff

· Proven finance and business experience, preferably within an educational setting

· Strong organisational skills, plus an ability to work under pressure

· Experience of premises and facilities management

Thaxted Primary School can offer:

· A team of hard working, flexible and conscientious staff who work together to provide the best education and support for our pupils

· The opportunity to work with enthusiastic, friendly and well-behaved children who are keen to learn

· A supportive and caring school community

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. To arrange a visit or for further information please contact Mrs Curran on 01371 830240 or admin@thaxted.essex.sch.uk

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to follow this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure Barring Service.

Information about the School

Thaxted Primary School is a warm and welcoming school situated in the historic and thriving market town of Thaxted on the Essex/Suffolk borders. It is a place where children can develop a love of learning and flourish in a safe, healthy, happy and stimulating environment.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Contact Information

Shelley Curran
Bardfield Road, Thaxted
Essex, CM6 2LW
Telephone: 01371 830240
Email: admin@thaxted.essex.sch.uk

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