SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER
Liverpool, Crosby area
Start Date: January 2027
Are you an experienced Business Manager or Finance Manager looking for a new challenge?
CER Education are seeking an experienced School Business Manager for a school based in the Liverpool, Crosby area. This is a full-time role, working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday during school hours, with a January start. The hourly rate for this role is between £21.50 and £26.00 per hour, dependent on experience.
You will be joining a well-established team in a supportive and positive working environment. You will be experienced in all aspects of a Business Manager role, including finance, HR, payroll and Health & Safety.
Job duties:
- Managing the day-to-day financial administration within the school office
- Using SIMS, FMS, ParentPay and attendance systems confidently and accurately
- Supporting HR and payroll processes, including staff records and related administration
- Assisting with budget planning, monitoring and financial reporting
- Processing invoices, purchase orders and other finance-related documentation
- Overseeing Health & Safety administration and ensuring school procedures are followed
- Line managing office staff and working closely with the senior leadership team
Job requirements:
- School office or education setting experience preferred
- Strong finance administration skills, including budget monitoring and invoices
- Confident using SIMS, FMS, ParentPay and Microsoft Office
- Good knowledge of HR, payroll and school administration
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
Benefits of CER Education:
- Long-term, full-time temporary work with the potential for further opportunities.
- Competitive hourly rates of pay, paid on a weekly basis.
- Constant support from an experienced specialist consultant.
- £250 refer a friend scheme.
CER is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability.

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