School Business Manager - June 2026 - Required ASAP

Overview

Rumworth School is a highly regarded Local Education Authority maintained special school in Bolton with an excellent reputation for providing an outstanding provision for all students. Visitors to our school always comment on the “lovely feeling and buzz” and the calm & purposeful learning environment. We currently cater for a range of learning difficulties and additional needs for 335 students, with a planned building expansion programme to offer 400 places. Our students are aged 11-19 and they all have an EHCP because they have a range of SEND which may include: Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties, Complex Needs, Autistic Spectrum Conditions, Hearing and Visual Impairment, Physical Disability and Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. What our students most definitely do all have is a wonderful sense of fun, a love of learning, a high regard for each other and the adults who work with them, and they can’t wait to meet you!

Personal attributes

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and adaptable School Business Manager to join our administration team and support the School’s Senior School Business Manager. The successful candidate will have experience working across multiple disciplines and be able to respond effectively to the evolving demands of a busy and growing educational environment. This role requires a highly organised individual with strong financial management skills and a proven ability to maintain accuracy, attention to detail, and robust due diligence.

As the school manages its own bank account, pays suppliers directly, and administers its own payroll, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring financial processes are managed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with relevant regulations and policies.

The School Business Manager will provide high-quality financial and administrative support to the wider school community and work collaboratively with staff, students, families, governors, and external partners. Flexibility is essential, as the role will involve supporting the Senior School Business Manager across all aspects of HR, Health & Safety, Premises, Administration, Payroll and Finance and Governance during busy periods. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills and professionalism, together with a calm, welcoming approach.

We are looking for someone who is willing, flexible, and committed to contributing positively to the continued growth and success of the school. An understanding of, and sensitivity towards, the needs of students with special educational needs and disabilities is essential, as is the ability to work effectively as part of a dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional who is passionate about supporting education through strong business and administrative leadership, and is seeking to support business growth and develop existing processes.

Salary & Benefits

Employer: Bolton Council Location: Bolton
Salary: £37,035 (Point 27) to £41,777 (Point 31) FTE
(*based on rates up to March 2026, and pending % increment applicable from April 2026)
Salary Grade: Grade H
Working Pattern: 37 hours per week, full year, annual leave to be taken during non-term time
Working Hours: During term-time Mon-Thu 8am to 4pm (30 minute lunch) and Fri 8am to 3.30pm (30 minute lunch) *Non-term time working pattern can vary depending on demands.
The successful candidate will be required to work flexibly to meet operational demands, including attending Governors' meetings held between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm and supporting school events throughout the year that would finish later than the school day.
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31st December 2027
Job Type: Education School based, Administration

Location

Rumworth School
Armadale Road
Bolton
Greater Manchester
BL3 4TP

Supporting documents

Deadline and how to apply

Please download and complete the application form and outline your suitability for this post at Rumworth School in your letter of application, within a maximum of two sides of A4 paper.

In your letter of application, please outline the skills, experience and expertise that you have that would make you an ideal candidate for this post. Please do not include a CV with your application.

All applications should please be returned electronically to Mrs Marsha Andrews, the Headteacher’s PA: mandrews@rumworth.bolton.sch.uk

Closing date: 9:00 am on Tuesday 30th June 2026
Shortlisting: From 10am on Tuesday 30th June 2026
Shortlisted candidates to be informed by 4:00 pm on Tuesday 30th June 2026
Interview Date: Friday 3rd July 2026

Equal opportunities

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, therefore as part of our Safer Recruitment process, references will be requested for all shortlisted applicants.

Appointments are also subject to the outcome of an enhanced DBS check and being able to provide evidence of your qualifications.

Rumworth School, Armadale Road, Bolton BL3 4TP
Telephone: 01204 333600

Job reference: SBM_June2026