| School | Wykeham Primary School |
| Address | Wykeham Primary School, Aboyne Road, London NW10 0EX |
| Head Teacher | Mrs Gurvinder Notay |
| Job title | School Business Manager |
| Salary | PO4 (£49,282 - £52,413) plus London Weighting £2,301 Actual starting pro-rata salary within the range £49,462 - £52,465 |
| Hours | 36 hours term-time only plus 4 weeks |
| Closing date | Friday 16 January 2026 by 12pm |
| Interview date | Week commencing 19 January 2026 |
| Start date | ASAP |
| How to apply | Please visit school website for further details and send your completed application to: admin@wykeham.brent.sch.uk |
| Additional information | Brent schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check. |
The school
We are deeply committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging and empowerment among all members of our community. Celebrating diversity and promoting an inclusive environment are central to our ethos and vision as we strive to create a place where everyone can contribute meaningfully to the betterment of society.
The role
The governors of Wykeham Primary School are seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic School Business Manager. This is a key strategic role with responsibility for the effective management of the school’s financial, human and physical resources. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dedicated team working towards fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and an inclusive environment that allows every pupil to thrive.
Working alongside the Senior Leadership Team, the School Business Manager is responsible for providing strategic direction and operational management of the school’s financial, human and physical resources. The role ensures that all business functions are managed efficiently and effectively to support the school’s vision, priorities and continuous improvement. The School Business Manager delivers robust financial planning, compliance and resource optimisation, enabling the senior leadership team to focus on achieving the highest standards of teaching and learning.
The person
We are looking for a candidate who:
- is a strategic and creative thinker, with the enthusiasm and passion to drive innovation and improvement.
- demonstrates a strong commitment to school improvement and a clear determination to raise and maintain educational excellence.
- possesses excellent interpersonal skills, building positive relationships with staff, pupils and stakeholders.
- holds high standards and expectations of themselves and others, ensuring professionalism at all times.
- works effectively as part of a team and takes an active role within the school community.
- has extensive experience in financial and resource management.
- exhibits strong leadership and communication skills, inspiring confidence and collaboration.
- has comprehensive knowledge of Human Resources, Health and Safety, and premises management, ensuring compliance and best practice.
- is able to work strategically and collaboratively with the senior leadership team to achieve the school’s vision and goals.