Job Details

Hours of work: 29.6 hours per week Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only. (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Thursday 08 December 2016 Interview Date: Monday 12 December 2016

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: The Federation of Hamsey & Plumpton Schools Southdowns Plumpton Green Nr Lewes East Sussex BN7 3EB

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

About the Role

The Governing Bodies of Plumpton Primary School and Hamsey Community Primary School formed a federation beginning from September 2016.

This newly formed federation will expand further, with a neighbouring school, which will offer many opportunities for collaborative work, to both share innovative practice and professional development. Are you ready for the challenge?

As a result, we have an exciting opportunity with excellent career development prospects as the federation expands.

The federation brings the opportunity for dynamic joined up working and the chance to build on the strengths and outstanding practice.

The School Business Manager will be responsible for all aspects of financial reporting and accounting, facilities management and managing the school's business support functions.

They will line manage the offices and premises staff across the federation and will be a member of the senior leadership teams at both schools.

We can offer you:

* The chance to be part of a newly established federation to support career  enhancing opporunities.

* A commitment to your continued professional growth and career development.

* Hard working and committed Governing Bodies.

* A supportive and engaged parent body and local community.

* Membership of a proactive and supportive education improvement partnership.

* Children who are excited, enthusiastic and ready to learn.

* A happy school where everyone is celebrated for their strengths and valued for

  their differences.

* Friendly, professional and supportive colleagues.

* A structured programme of professional development.

* A chance to really make a difference to the lives of our amazing children.

Closing date for applications - 8th December 2016 - 5pm

Short listing - 9th December 2016

Interviews - 12th December 2016

We would encourage you to visit our schools. Please telephone Mrs Ketley (Plumpton Primary) to request an application pack and make an appointment.

We look forward to discussing this exciting opportunity with you.

Additional Information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

From 6 April 2011 the Home Office has placed a permanent restriction on the number of migrant workers that all Tier 2 (General) Sponsors can recruit. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.   This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.