Quarry Bank Primary School is looking for a School Business Manager to join our fantastic school. If you… Have experience in managing the business and operations of schools Are fully committed to achieving financial best value for schools Understands, appreciates and values the role of team members Can lead and manage development and improvement initiatives Understand that in order to improve, high levels of challenge are essential Sees problems as something to overcome, not a barrier to progress Constantly scan the horizon and advise leaders in preparation for change Will nurture the school’s vision and values …we would like to meet you We wish to appoint someone with unwavering positivity, and a track record in the leadership and management of school business and operations. The successful candidate will be ambitious for the school and its learners; committed to the development of environment, self and others; and will be ready and motivated for an exciting new challenge. This role will provide you with the opportunity to combine your advanced level of knowledge, skill and operational understanding with our ambitious and strategic school development vision. The successful candidate will be part of a well-established senior leadership team who value the role of School Business Manager immensely. They will be supported throughout and given the space to add rigour and innovation to administrative systems in school. We are prepared to discuss the role as a part-time (4 days a week) position, should there be candidates who do not require a full-time position. We are a large primary school with 365 children on roll and we pride ourselves in truly being part of the Quarry Bank community. If you would like to see the school before committing to a call or a visit, please view our interactive virtual tour. We are incredibly fortunate to have a beautiful school building https://aperture360.s3.amazonaws.com/tours/QUARRY-BANK/index.htmmedia1 Hours: 37 per week (would also consider 4 days a week P/T appointment) Salary: Grade 9 Location: Quarry Bank Primary School, Quarry Bank, High Street, DY5 2AD Start date: Monday 5th May 2025 If you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity to join our team, please contact our Headteacher, Alex Rawlings on 01384 818750 Applicants are strongly encouraged to visit the school - please call or email infoquarry.dudley.sch.uk to make an appointment. Closing date for applications: Wednesday 26th March 2025 Shortlisting date: Thursday 27th March 2025 Interview dates: 1st April 2025 The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check. References of short-listed candidates are sought prior to interview NB. We reserve the right to close vacancies before the advertised date, if a large number of applications have been received. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk. If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance; https://www.wmjobs.co.uk/staticpages/20563/help/. If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk. For further information please contact Alex Rawlings, Headteacher, on 01384 818750 or via email infoquarry.dudley.sch.uk Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at https://www.dudley.gov.u k We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview. N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance; https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/ If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue, then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at http://www.dudley.gov.uk/ We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview. N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance; https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/ If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue, then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcingdudley.gov.uk Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at http://www.dudley.gov.uk/ LI-DMBC2019 Attached documents SBM Job Description and Person Spec - March 2025 - Quarry Bank Primary School.docx