Are you an experienced School Business Manager looking for your next opportunity? We’re working with a welcoming primary school in Ripon, North Yorkshire, that is looking for a confident, organised, and proactive professional to join their team on a full-time, temporary basis!

This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise to a school where your contribution will make a real difference. If you’re passionate about keeping school operations running smoothly, enjoy taking ownership of your responsibilities, and thrive in a busy educational environment, we’d love to hear from you!

✨ The Role at a Glance

• Position: School Business Manager

• Location: Ripon, North Yorkshire

• Contract: Full-time, temporary

• Working Hours: 8:30am–4:30pm – no split shifts!

• Daily Rate: £200–£250, depending on experience

• Paid Trial: Your trial day will be paid!

🌟 What Will You Be Doing?

As School Business Manager, you’ll play an important role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school. Working closely with the Headteacher and wider leadership team, you’ll help manage the essential business functions that allow staff and pupils to thrive.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Financial Management: Overseeing budgets, expenditure, financial records, and reporting.

• School Administration: Ensuring business and administrative operations run efficiently.

• HR Support: Assisting with staff records, payroll processes, recruitment, and HR administration.

• Premises & Compliance: Supporting health and safety, facilities management, and statutory requirements.

• Procurement & Contracts: Managing suppliers, purchasing, and external service providers.

• Leadership Support: Working alongside senior leaders to improve efficiency and support the school's ongoing success.

🎯 What We're Looking For

We're looking for an experienced School Business Manager who can hit the ground running and confidently manage the demands of a busy school environment.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience as a School Business Manager, preferably within a primary school.

• Strong financial, budgeting, and organisational skills.

• A good understanding of school operations, HR processes, and compliance.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.

• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the confidence to work independently.

• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to obtain one.

💼 Why Consider This Opportunity?

Enjoy a competitive daily rate of £200–£250, consistent daytime working hours, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact within a primary school community — all without split shifts!

📩 Interested?

If you're an experienced School Business Manager ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you! Send us your CV today to be considered for this exciting opportunity in Ripon, North Yorkshire. We look forward to hearing from you!