General Statements Any outside activities, either paid or unpaid, must not in the view of the School conflict with or react detrimentally to the Authority’s interest, or in any way weaken public confidence in the conduct of the School’s business. Undergo and meet school conditions for a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Must comply with all equality legislation, policies and procedures; actively promote ways of eradicating and challenging racism, prejudice and discrimination through the School’s policies and procedures. To have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to follow the child protection procedures adopted by the Southwark Safeguarding Children Board. Being aware of responsibilities under the Data Protection act for the security, accuracy and relevance of information held and maintained. Treating all information acquired through your employment, both formally and informally, in strict confidence To demonstrate a commitment to good customer care. Any other duties of an appropriate level and nature will also be required. To contribute as an effective and collaborative member of the School Team Participating in training to be able to demonstrate competence. Participating in first aid training as required. Participating in the ongoing development, implementation and monitoring of the service plans. Contributing in meetings and a supportive member of the school team.
Person Specification Job Title: School Business Manager – Grade 10 School Name: John Ruskin Primary School Essential (E) or Desirable (D) How assessed (A / I / T) Knowledge / qualifications: A good understanding of how Fair Funding and Self-Management impacts on community primary schools. Working knowledge of equal opportunities and managing diversity to promote How the application of the principles of Best Value within a publicly accountable organisation need to be applied. Certificate of School Business Management. E E D All Application Form /Interview Experience: Demonstrable experience in finance and personnel management. Experience in producing reports and advising the Head teacher and governors on the findings of projects / reviews Experience of understanding financial information, managing budgets effectively and ensuring financial propriety with School procedures and current Local Government Finance legislation Experience of project management, planning, managing and monitoring of work Evidence of success in building and forming working relationships across professional and operational boundaries. Experience of supervising staff. Experience of the successful management of E E D E E E All Application Form /Interview Aptitudes, skills and competencies: The ability to develop and manage a variety of administrative systems. Analytical skills, able to analyse data and information and use to monitor and support activities to promote solutions. Ability to manage and support staff and their professional development. Ability to develop and maintain good relationships with a wide range of people, from parents and pupils to outside agencies. Excellent ICT skills e.g. confident and in use of Microsoft applications e.g. Word, Excel Shows drive, enthusiasm, initiative and commitment in the achievement of business objectives. E E E E E E All Application Form /Interview Aptitudes, skills and competencies: An understanding of Teachers’ and Local Government pay and terms of conditions. Knowledge of schools-based software. D D All Application Form /Interview