Bishop Tufnell CE (Aided) Primary School is a thriving school rooted in Christian values and committed to offering an education that gives our children a love of learning, broadening their horizons, and enabling them to make informed choices in life. We aim to make our children's learning experiences happy and stimulating so that all learners can achieve high standards across the curriculum as they prepare for the challenges ahead in a diverse and rapidly changing society. We work in close partnership with parents and carers, other local schools, and the wider community.What Bishop Tufnell Primary School can offer you:
A warm, inclusive and supportive staff team that value collaboration and mutual respect
A leadership role with real impact, shaping how our school runs and supports its children and families
Committed and forward-thinking senior leadership who value the role of the Business Manager as part of the strategic team
A school community with strong values, where seeking the best for our children is at the heart of everything we do
Opportunities for professional development
A well-established local network of school business managers for peer support and idea sharing
Flexible working hours negotiable, depending on the needs of the right candidate
A supportive governing body who understand and champion the role of effective business leadership
Access to a generous local government pension scheme
An openness to new ideas, innovation, and fresh perspectives in how we manage our resources and operations
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and highly recommended. However, it is currently the summer break and school is closed until Wednesday, 3rd September. If you would like to see the school prior to application, then please contact the school on 01243 584412 or email and we will respond once we reopen to arrange your visit.The School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to equality of opportunity, and the appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, staff suitability declaration, appropriate references and health clearance.Job DetailsSalary: NJC Grade 10, depending on experience. (£38,626 - £41,511 per annum – pay award pending) Term Time Only, plus INSET days, plus 1 week at Easter and 3 weeks in the Summer Holidays (pro rata salary approx. £36,249 - £38,956 per annum)Contract Type: PermanentWorking Pattern: 37 hours per week (Monday-Thursday 8.30 am-4.30 pm, Friday 8.30 am-4 pm) ½ hour unpaid lunch, and the flexibility of remote working.Location: Felpham, Bognor RegisClosing date: Friday, 12th September 2025Interviews: Week Commencing 22nd September 2025As School Business Manager, you will:
Be responsible for managing the strategy and operation of the business functions of the School, including Financial Management, Human Resources, Administration, Health & Safety and Compliance.
Advise on and implement the day-to-day support and enable the School to operate effectively and efficiently
Promote the highest standards of business ethos within the administrative function of the School and strategically ensure the most effective use of resources in support of the School’s learning objectives
Further InformationBishop Tufnell CE Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.How to ApplyTo apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).Once complete please return this toShould you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01243 584412NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.The reference number for this role is SCHO00847.Available documents
