What is the job role?

Whitmore Park is a large 3 form entry school situated in the North West of the City.  We are a happy forward thinking school, passionate about ensuring all children have access to a high quality education in a safe and stimulating environment.  Our school works hard to support and inspire all of our pupils. An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a School Business Manager with a proven track record in leading a number of school teams. The individual will also be required to support the senior leadership team and contribute to all aspects of strategic planning

The successful applicants will work closely with the school’s leadership team and governors to build on the school successes and continue to move forward so that every child fulfils their potential.

We are looking for someone who:
•    Will work closely with the senior leadership team to develop the strategic vision of the school
•    Is resilient under pressure with a high level of commitment
•    Has experience in a leadership capacity, including responsibility for human resources matters
•    Lead on all aspects of school business including finance and budgeting, premises management, health & safety, and HR
•    Will lead and develop the marketing of our school to maximise income, including securing external bids.

We have the highest expectation of our staff and pupils, with a strong commitment to promoting their well-being. We offer high quality CPD for all of our staff which is at the core of the school ethos.

Our curriculum is based on value-led education with pupil involvement, enjoyment and achievement at its heart.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS is needed for this post. Two references will be taken up for all short listed candidates prior to interview.

In your application form please detail the skills, knowledge and expertise which are required to become a successful School Business Manager. If you are interested, a visit to the school is highly recommended to find out more. Please telephone or email jobs@whitmorepark.org.

Grade 8 Point 34 to 41
£37,890 to £44,863 pa pro rata
Full time – 37 hours per week, term time only plus two weeks

START DATE: February 2022
CLOSING DATE: Midnight Sunday 5 December 2021
INTERVIEW Date: 8 December 2021

Tel: 02476 335697
Email: jobs@whitmorepark.org
Head teacher: Mrs Jacqueline McGibney

Application forms and further details are available at www.wmjobs.co.uk Completed application forms to be returned to  jobs@whitmorepark.org or by post to the school address.
For an informal visit please contact the school by telephone  or e-mail 

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 5 December 2021
Interview date:  w/c 6 December 2021

Key Requirements

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
 

Coventry City Council