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Thank you for showing an interest in applying for the position of Business Manager at Lowerplace Primary School. We are a large two / three form entry school with 503 pupils on roll. Lowerplace is on an exciting journey of rapid school improvement following our April 2017 Ofsted inspection and the recent recruitment of our Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher.
The Governors of Lowerplace Primary School wish to appoint a dynamic, highly motivated and suitably qualified Business Manager to support the smooth running of the school. You will need a keen eye for accurate financing coupled with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The successful applicant will be a member of, and will work closely with, the senior leadership team.
You will be responsible for the efficient and accurate financial management of the school budget and take responsibility for general personnel matters, so we are looking to appoint an approachable and enthusiastic person who will be able to ensure that the school’s Financial; HR and administrative systems and structures are robust. We are looking for a team player with a positive approach who will embrace the challenges of a busy school environment.
You will be responsible for the line management of the admin support team within the school office.
A good knowledge of LA Funding would be an advantage as would knowledge of SIMS software.
The role will be highly rewarding for the right candidate and we welcome applications from inside and outside the education sector.
In return we can offer you:
- An exciting opportunity to lead and develop our school
- Opportunities for professional development
- Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and achieve their best
- A team of staff dedicated to providing the very best opportunities for our children
- A supportive senior management team who welcome ideas and challenge in a culture of support
- A supportive, committed and challenging Governing Board
I would like to encourage you to arrange an informal tour of school before submitting your application in order for you to get a feel for our school and hope as a result of your visit, you feel it is the right school for you to commit to. Please contact Louise Richards in our KS2 office to arrange this on 01706 648174.
The Governing Board believes this is a very exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join the staff, children and Governors of Lowerplace Primary School as we continue on our journey of improvement. I would like to take this opportunity to wish you every success should you decide to apply for the position.
To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to office@lowerplace.rochdale.sch.uk by 4.00pm on 4th October 2017.
The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.
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.
Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check.
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