School Business Manager
Job Title: School Business Manager
Employer: St Ambrose Catholic Academy
Job Type: Finance & Administration
Job Phase: Primary
NOR: 207
Grade: SCP 17-24
Actual Salary: £30,060 to £34,314 per annum
Contract Type: Fixed term
Contract Term: Full time
Location: Liverpool
Start Date: Start immediately
Closing Date: Monday, February 24th, 2025
About the School
St Ambrose is a thriving Catholic primary academy seeking a School Business Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our academy. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional to make a significant impact, driving efficiency and excellence in our academy’s operations. As School Business Manager, you will oversee finance, HR, premises, and administrative functions, ensuring the smooth and effective running of our academy. Working closely with senior leaders, you will provide expert guidance and strategic insight to support our academy’s mission and long-term success.
About the Role
What we’re looking for:
1. A highly organised and proactive leader with strong financial acumen and operational expertise
2. Experience in school business management, finance, HR, or a related field
3. A commitment to Catholic education and values-driven leadership
4. The ability to build strong relationships and manage multiple priorities effectively
Our warm and friendly atmosphere makes our academy a great place to learn, where children feel safe and develop into responsible young adults. We also benefit from strong relationships within the Trust and wider community including the local parish. As part of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust, we believe in fostering an environment of academic excellence, creativity, and community spirit. Our commitment to providing a world-class Catholic education is at the heart of everything we do.
Personal Qualities
What we offer:
1. Flexible working – we are happy to discuss ways we can make the role fit your requirements
2. A dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional development and growth
3. The chance to be part of a team that is shaping the future of education
We are part of a Catholic MAT and require candidates to support our Mission and values with ‘Christ at the Centre’, however, candidates do not need to be a practising Catholic. You are strongly advised to visit our website for further information about our academy: www.stambroseprimary.co.uk and the Trust website: www.sjcmat.co.uk. Visits to the academy are also recommended; to arrange a tour please contact Tracy Moorcroft, Headteacher on 0151 425 2306.
How to Apply
Candidates should apply for the vacancy on the academy website: https://stambroseprimary.co.uk/vacancy/school-business-manager/
Closing Date: Monday 24th February 2025
Contact Details
St Ambrose Catholic Academy
Alderfield Drive
Speke
Liverpool
L24 7SF
Contact Name: Tracy Moorcroft
Contact Telephone: 0151 425 2306
Contact e-mail: tmoorcroft@stambrose.sjcmat.co.uk
Website: www.stambroseprimary.co.uk
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