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School Business Leader

Start date: 1st September 2026

Salary: Grade G: £37,777 - £40,599 dependent on experience 

Job term: Term-time, permanent, 37 hours per week, 42 weeks a year

The Headteacher and Governors of Chudleigh CE VC Community Primary School seek to appoint a School Business Leader with vision, drive, skill and experience to this pivotal and strategic role within the school. The successful candidate will be responsible to the Headteacher and the Governors for all aspects of Finance, Human Resources, Premises, Health and Safety, Data protection, and Administration. As the School Business Leader, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the school's operations. You will work closely with the Headteacher and Governors, leading on financial planning, resources, facilities, and administrative functions that contribute to creating an effective learning environment.

Applicants must have:

  • A strong financial background with significant experience in strategic financial management and budget setting.
  • Experience in Human Resources and managing a busy office team.
  • An understanding of Health and Safety and GDPR legislation.

This is an opportunity to join a successful, thriving Christian Community School, where it is a place for all to grow and flourish. You will be joining a dedicated and caring school team where everyone is valued. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and amendments to the Exemptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Any job offer will be conditional on the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring service check and barred list check. This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English. We welcome visits to our school if you feel that this post is an opportunity you would like to explore. Please contact the business management team on 01626 852147 to book a visit on Wednesday, 22nd April at 3:45PM.

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Mealtime Assistants

Start date: Upon mutual agreement

Salary: £12.85ph 

Hours: 1 - 1.5 hours per day (Lunchtime), various days available

We are looking for reliable people to join our lunchtime team. It's a straightforward role, but a vital one: we need people who can keep the dining hall and playground running smoothly while making sure the children are safe and enjoying their break.

You will be helping children during their lunch break - whether that's supervising them in the hall or keeping an eye on things out on the playground. You don't need a background in education, but you do need:

  • Patience: Lunchtime can be loud and hectic.

  • Common sense: You need to be able to spot a problem before it starts.

  • Reliability: The team and the children depend on you being there.

Please download the application form below or pick one up from the school office. Send your completed form to admin@chudleigh.devon.sch.uk  

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