Primary School Business Manager​/Bursar

Primary School Business Manager / Bursar

Employer: KPI RECRUITING LTD

Location: M18 8LD

Pay: £33,366 to £37,938 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 15/03/2026

Are you an experienced Business Manager who thrives on keeping a school running smoothly? Can you provide strategic leadership while ensuring day-to-day operations run seamlessly? Are you confident leading finance, compliance, and operations with precision and integrity? Join a friendly, busy primary school in Manchester, where your skills will help staff and children flourish.

• Full-time, permanent role.
• Based in Manchester with excellent transport links.
• Competitive salary: £33,366 - £37,938 per year (depending on experience).
• Opportunity to lead and develop finance, HR, and operations.
• A key leadership role with real influence across the school.

We are working with a warm, inclusive primary school committed to giving every child the best start in life. With a supportive leadership team and a close-knit staff community, your work will make a real difference, helping the school run efficiently so teachers and pupils can focus on learning and growing.

• Proven experience as a School Business Manager or as a Senior Business / Finance role.
• Confident working strategically with senior leaders and governors.
• Organised, approachable, and experienced in leading teams.
• Comfortable with IT, finance, and administrative systems.
• Knowledgeable in HR, payroll, or facilities management.
• Proactive, solution-focused, and committed to supporting a school community.

• Lead the school’s budget, finance, and reporting to ensure smooth operations.
• Manage HR, payroll, and recruitment for support staff.
• Oversee school compliance, health & safety, and organisational systems.
• Manage school facilities, contracts, and maintenance.
• Collaborate closely with the Headteacher and leadership team to support school life.
• Drive improvements and solutions that enhance outcomes for staff and pupils.

Safeguarding: KPI Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

And be part of a school where your skills truly make an impact.