At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee daily operations across three school sites and manage office staff.
- Company: Join a vibrant school community dedicated to equality and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a culturally rich environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a diverse educational setting while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in office management and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 39862 - 42839 £ per year.
Hove Learning Federation is comprised of West Hove Infant School and Hove Junior School, serving over 1,000 children on our 3 sites – School Road, Portland Road and Holland Road.
We are seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Office Manager to oversee our 3 sites and also work as part of a formal collaboration with Brunswick Primary. Flexible working is required as the jobholder will be expected to work across all of our sites.
Working hours: 37 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 8.00 am until 4.00 pm and Friday 8.00 am until 3.30 pm.
Paid weeks per year: 47.36 weeks + 2 weeks for working during the school holiday (inclusive of holiday entitlement)
Start date: As soon as possible
About the Role
The Office Manager has an important role to play within our school community. Working under the direction of the Executive Headteacher and collaboratively with the School Business Manager and Senior Premises Manager, the jobholder will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of our school sites and have experience of running the day-to-day operations of busy and demanding offices.
- Supervising and managing staff
- Office procedures and systems
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Organisation and time management
- Problem-solving and decision making
- Risk assessments and compliance
- Health and safety processes
- Premises management
Closing date: 17th September 2026
Interview date: 23rd September 2026
Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.
We are proud that our school is a culturally rich and diverse place of learning, and we are keen to encourage people from diverse ethnic backgrounds to apply and join our staff team. The school has a strong focus on Equality, Diversity & Inclusion for our pupils, staff and governors and we are passionate about creating an environment where every pupil can thrive. We are also very proud that Hove Junior School is an Inclusion Quality Mark (IQM) Centre of Excellence.
Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality. West Hove Infant and Hove Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.
Senior Office Manager in Hove employer: Brighton & Hove City Council
Brighton & Hove City Council is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing work environment at Tarnerland Nursery School where you can make a meaningful impact on young children's lives. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a supportive team culture, employees enjoy generous benefits and opportunities for growth in their early years careers. Join us in creating a safe and engaging learning space in the vibrant community of Brighton.
Contact Details:
Brighton & Hove City Council Recruitment Team
