School Business Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and committed School Business Manager to join our wonderful staff team from 5 th October 2026.

Russell Hall Primary School is looking to appoint a highly motivated and suitably experienced School Business Manager, to take responsibility for the planning, development and implementation of the financial and administrative services within school. As a vital part of the senior leadership team, you will lead on finance, HR, premises, health and safety and compliance to ensure that our school continues to thrive.

The successful candidate will be joining a passionate and committed team, with a supportive Governing Body, and children who are happy and keen to learn.

• Is friendly and approachable with a welcoming and professional manner
• Has proven experience of financial management, budget monitoring, health and safety and HR processes
• Can work strategically and proactively, reporting to the Headteacher and Governors
• Has excellent interpersonal skills, is highly motivated and has the ability to work well under pressure
• Demonstrates exceptional leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Is committed to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality, compliance, and safeguarding
• Is able to manage competing demands calmly and professionally, prioritising their own workload
• Uses their own initiative to solve problems in a timely and efficient manner
• Is willing to be an integral part of the school, supporting and promoting our values

• A friendly, approachable and supportive group of staff and governors
• A happy, vibrant school with wonderful children
• Strong links with families and the local community
• A commitment to being fair and inclusive to all
• A focus on always doing everything we can to drive continuous improvement

Applicants are warmly encouraged visit the school. Please contact the School Business Manager, Danielle Armstrong to arrange an appointment on or email

Please note that school is closed for Summer holiday from Tuesday 22nd July to Tuesday 1st September 2026.

Site Visits: 1.30pm and 4.00pm, Monday 20th July 2026

Closing Date: 9am, Monday 31st August 2026

Interviews: w/c 7th September 2026

Russell Hall Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and we expect all prospective candidates to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and recruitment checks satisfactory to the school.