Job Title: School Business Manager (SBM) Location: N4, North London Contract Type: Full-time (Term Time) Start Date: ASAP Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (in line with school pay scale) About the Role We are seeking an experienced and proactive School Business Manager (SBM) to join our friendly and inclusive primary school in N4. This is a key leadership role, working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to ensure the effective strategic and operational management of the school’s business, finance, and resources. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school while contributing to its long-term financial planning and development. Key Responsibilities Lead on financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, monitoring expenditure, and reporting to the Headteacher and Governors. Manage HR processes, including recruitment, contracts, payroll liaison, and staff records. Oversee premises and health & safety, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Manage procurement, contracts, and supplier relationships to ensure value for money. Line manage administrative and support staff. Ensure compliance with local authority, DfE, and safeguarding requirements. Support the school’s strategic planning and contribute to policies and procedures. Essential Requirements Proven experience working as a School Business Manager or in a similar senior business/finance role within a school. Strong knowledge of school finance, budgeting, and financial systems. Experience of HR, payroll processes, and staff management. Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines. A clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Desirable Relevant SBM qualification (e.g. DSBM, CSBM or equivalent). Experience working in a primary school setting. Knowledge of local authority procedures and compliance requirements. INDLON <br/><br />If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jessica Flowerdew on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> Jessica Flowerdew&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1061</strong></strong>