School Business Manager

School Business Manager (Long-Term Role) - Bolton
Start Date: ASAP | Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

A well-respected school in Bolton is seeking a committed and highly organised School Business Manager to join their team on a long-term basis, starting as soon as possible. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator or finance professional looking to make a real impact within a school environment.

Key Details:

• Start: ASAP

• Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday to Friday

• Contract: Long-term (with potential for extension)

• Location: Bolton

• Reporting to: Senior School Business Manager

Role Overview:
You will support the Senior School Business Manager in the effective running of the school's business functions. This is a varied and rewarding role that involves working across finance, HR, premises, and general school operations to ensure smooth day-to-day management.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with financial processes, including budgeting, invoicing, and monitoring expenditure

• Supporting HR administration, safeguarding checks, recruitment paperwork, and staff records

• Helping to manage contracts, suppliers, and procurement activities

• Providing data, reports, and analysis to senior leaders

• Overseeing general office functions and supporting wider administrative teams

• Ensuring compliance with school policies, health & safety requirements, and statutory reporting

About You:
We're looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in school administration or finance (SIMS/FMS experience desirable but not essential)

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

• Confident working with numbers and data

• A strong communicator who can liaise with staff, parents, and external agencies

• Able to work independently as well as part of a team

• Professional, reliable, and proactive in their approach

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy.

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained.
• You must have legal right to work in the UK.
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.