School Business Professional - Harting and Stedham Primary Schools

About Us

Federation School Business Professional

• Are you looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of young people?
• Are you passionate about ensuring every child has the very best start in life?
• Do you want to be part of a team at the heart of its local community?

The Weald and Downland Schools Federation, comprising Harting CE Primary School and Stedham Primary School, is seeking to appoint a new School Business Professional to join our team.

Key Responsibilities

The School Business Professional will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day financial administration of the Federation, including:

• Budget monitoring and financial reporting
• Budget forecasting and financial planning
• Processing invoices and payments
• Managing the school's online financial management systems
• Communicating with parents, staff, governors, community partners and external agencies
• Supporting the efficient operation of both schools
• Working closely with the Headteacher and leadership team on financial and business matters

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised, proactive and committed individual who is keen to make a real impact within a successful and welcoming Federation.

Job Details

Closing Date: Monday 05 October 2026

Interviews: Friday 09 October 2026

Start Date: ASAP

Contract/Hours: Fixed Term Contact until 31 August 2027, 27 hours per week term time only plus one additional week, (39 weeks per year)

Salary Type: Grade 8 - £32,597 – £35,412 pro rata

Location of Role: Harting CE Primary School and Stedham Primary Schools

Contact e-mail address: head@harting.w-sussex.sch.uk

The Business Professional will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, and follow school policies and the staff code of conduct. Training will be provided.

Please note that this list of duties is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the Business Professional will be required to undertake. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the Headteacher.

Should you wish to discuss the position prior to any application, please call the Headteacher on 01730 825388, or email to head@harting.w-sussex.sch.uk

What You Need to Succeed

The offer

We are looking for someone who:

• is enthusiastic and caring
• is committed to raising standards for pupils
• a strong communicator
• has experience working in finance
• committed to their own personal development
• a team player

In return we offer:

• lovely children and families
• a supportive, friendly team
• well-resourced and modern facilities
• supportive leadership team and Governors
• a commitment to your CPD

Further Information

The Weald and Downalnd Schools Federation and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.

Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).

Once complete please return this to head@harting.w-sussex.sch.uk

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on 01730 825388

NOTE TO CANDIDATES - Please do not select the ‘Apply online’ button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.​

The reference number for this role is SCHO03085.