Office Manager

About the role

We are seeking a new office manager for our vibrant, friendly, happy, village school. Our staff would like a positive, cheerful team player, our parents would like someone who is welcoming, helpful, and approachable, and our children would like someone kind and friendly – who can sort out lost sweatshirts, missing lunchboxes and grazed knees with ease.  This is a varied and rewarding role that plays a key part in the day-to-day running of the school, supporting pupils, staff, parents and visitors.

The successful candidate will:

• Oversee pupil admission and attendance

• Manage school meal administration

• Coordinate communication with parents and external agencies

• Support the School Business Manager with financial administration

• Ensure the school office provides a welcoming, professional and efficient service to all

• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with school policies and procedures

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational and administrative skills

• Can prioritise a varied workload and work calmly under pressure

• Has strong IT skills and experience of management information systems (MIS)

• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Is proactive and professional

• Has experience working within a school environment (desirable)

In return, we offer:

• Friendly and supportive colleagues

• Well-behaved, enthusiastic children

• Opportunities for professional development

• A positive and welcoming school community

We are happy to discuss flexibility with hours at interview.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact Jen Martin or Liz Pollard via [email protected] or 01438 820255

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and shortlisted candidates will be asked to share any relevant criminal history prior to interview.

The successful applicant will also be subject to enhanced DBS and barred list checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.