Business Manager - Full-time

Ellington Infant School, Ramsgate

• Ref:KCC886-2340-121S
• Posted:24/03/2026
• Pay:Dependent on experience
• Start Date:September or sooner
• App Close Date:24/04/2026 at 23:00
• Interviews:TBC

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School Business Manager
Ellington Infant School

Ellington Infant School is seeking to appoint an experienced, organised, and proactive School Business Manager to join our friendly and dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting the smooth and efficient running of our school.

We are looking for a motivated individual who can lead on all aspects of the school’s financial management and operational services, ensuring strong systems, compliance, and value for money. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher to support the strategic and day-to-day management of the school.

37 hours per week/ 41 weeks a year

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing all aspects of school finance, including budgeting, monitoring, forecasting, and invoicing

• Overseeing income and expenditure, including payments related to school trips and events

• Maintaining the school’s asset register and supporting procurement processes

• Leading on health and safety compliance, including risk assessments and statutory checks

• Line managing the Site Manager and cleaning staff to ensure the school environment is safe, clean, and well maintained

• Organising and coordinating school trips, including bookings, payments, and liaison with external providers

• Supporting the planning and organisation of school events and fundraising activities, including events such as the Christmas Fair and other community events

• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and school policies

• Supporting the efficient day-to-day operational management of the school

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong financial management experience

• Is highly organised with excellent attention to detail

• Has experience of line managing staff

• Has knowledge of health and safety responsibilities

• Can manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure

• Has excellent communication and IT skills

• Ideally has experience working within a school or educational setting

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community

• A dedicated and friendly staff team

• Opportunities for professional development

• A varied and rewarding role where you can make a real difference

Safeguarding Statement
Ellington Infant School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Information about the school

Ellington Infant School is an exciting place to be, providing a happy, safe, caring and supportive environment where children are confident and experience personal success.

We aim to provide children with an education that is creative, enjoyable and relevant and is tailored to meet individual needs. We seek to provide a caring atmosphere in which everyone can develop and grow in confidence. The whole staff team work to support children to be the best they can be, and act as positive role models showing respect for all individuals.

We are committed to working at the heart of our community in partnership with parents and our neighbours, for the benefit of all. Please see our website and social media pages for more information on what we do.

Staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children at all times.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs V Bowman
• Address:High Street, St Lawrence, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 0QH
• Telephone: (01843) 591638
• Email: vbowman@ellington-infant.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01843 851 552

Documents

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• Job Description and Person Specification