Business Manager - Part-time

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-3716-74S
• Posted:12/07/2018
• Pay:KR7 pro rata
• Start Date:Sep 2018
• App Close Date:02/08/2018 at 18:00
• Interviews:August 10th 2018

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St Teresa's is a small friendly school, looking to recruit a business manager who is committed to working in partnership with the Headteacher and leadership team, providing comprehensive and strategic support.  The successful applicant will be responsible for the school’s finances, personnel, contracts and premises, health and safety and data protection. They will be the line manager for a small support team.  The role requires flexibility, tact and problem solving on a daily basis. Therefore it is essential that they are professional, approachable and a very effective communicator. They will work closely with the office team.

 The successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate:

• relevant professional financial qualifications and business acumen
• strong financial and administrative background, with proven track record of financial management
• evidence of successful management of others
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• ability to work under pressure and be able to meet deadlines
• high standards
• flexibility and a ‘can do’ attitude.
• competence to lead on matters related to finance, premises, HR and health and safety. 

 Previous experience of working in a school environment is an advantage but not essential.  We are seeking first and foremost for someone with a strong financial background with a genuine commitment to helping us deploy the resources available to best possible effect in a school context of tightened budgets.  Appropriate professional development and training will be available to address any skills gaps for the successful candidate.  This post is for 25 hours per week, 41 weeks per year.  The exact hours to be worked each week is negotiable.  This post will start in September or as soon as possible after that date.

 Applicants are welcome to make an appointment to visit the school prior to submitting their application.Please email  headteacher@st-teresas.kent.sch.uk

for an appointment.

Information about the school

St. Teresa's Catholic Primary School is a single form entry school, based in Ashford, Kent. The school is set in beautiful eco-friendly grounds that are used effectively to support learning.

OFSTED and our Denominational Inspections (2020) both state that St. Teresa's is a good school.

We are proud to be part of a thriving community, that is well supported by our parents and families and the local parish church. Our children are regularly involved in church life.

As part of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership, we are lucky to be able to share best practice with our academy partners. This ensures wonderful support, development and a wide range of opportunities for both children and staff.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Hayley Bennett
• Address:St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Quantock Drive, Ashford, Kent, TN24 8QN
• Telephone: (01233) 622797
• Email: office@st-teresas-ashford.kcsp.org.uk

Documents

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• Job Description
• Person Specification