Business Manager SBM Role E (Grade M11)

Job introduction

Due to the retirement of the current School Business Manager, the Governors of Carlton Hill Primary School are looking to appoint a:

Part-time School Business Manager
Role E (M11 Grade)
Permanent
Start date: Mid May 2026

Part-Time (3 days per week), Term Time +
Part-time (Mon – Weds)
22.5 hours per week
49.17 weeks per year, depending on length of service
(Term time + 15 days worked across school holidays)
(Equates to 0.5750 full-time equivalent)

NJC Grade M11: Current Points 29-32
£39,862 - £42,839 per annum full-time.
You will be paid on a part-time, pro-rata basis which equates to £22,921-£24,632
(This is based on April 2025 pay scales).

Paid weeks per year: 48.73 or 49.17, depending on length of service (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Start date: May 2026

About the role

Carlton Hill is a vibrant, inclusive and welcoming inner city primary school that celebrates its cultural diversity. We are a one form entry school with 218 pupils currently on roll. We currently employ 31 members of staff.

We are looking for a motivated, strategic thinking SBM to join our experienced and highly respected Senior Leadership Team (Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher and Inclusion Co-ordinator), collaborating closely on school development and planning for the future. You have support from a strong team of part time Finance / HR Officer, a full time School Administrator and a full time Site Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to play a strategic role in our school community, working alongside an ambitious and supportive team, to ensure the best possible outcomes for our children and families.

Carlton Hill Primary School is part of the Brighton City Partnership for Education (BCPfE) who work in close collaboration to improve teaching and learning in our schools.

In line with Safer Recruitment procedures, we will be taking up references for shortlisted candidates, prior to interview.

Further details and application forms are available from the school: admin@carltonhill.brighton-hove.sch.uk or tel: 01273-604966.

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged. Please contact the School Office to book this.

Closing date: Mon 2nd February 2026, 9am

Interview date: Wednesday 11th February 2026

How to apply: Applications should be submitted directly to the school office by e-mail. Please return your application form to the School Office at admin@carltonhill.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Telephone: (01273) 604966

Website: https://www.carltonhill.brighton-hove.sch.uk/brighton-hove/primary/carltonhill

Additional information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

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

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.