At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a busy school office and support staff, pupils, and parents.
- Company: A welcoming Primary School in Camden with a caring environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive leadership, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a vibrant school community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in office management and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
A welcoming Primary School in the London Borough of Camden is looking to appoint an experienced Office Manager to lead its busy administration team. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised and confident administrator who enjoys leading people while ensuring the efficient day-to-day running of a successful school office.
Working alongside the Headteacher and School Business Manager, you will oversee school administration, manage office systems and provide high-quality support to pupils, parents, staff and visitors.
School Information
This is a well-established Primary School that provides a caring, inclusive and ambitious learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The school has excellent links with the local community and places great importance on maintaining positive relationships with families. Staff benefit from supportive leadership, ongoing CPD opportunities and a collaborative working environment where every member of staff is valued.
Office Team
The Office Team delivers efficient administrative support across every aspect of school life.
Responsibilities
- Managing the day-to-day operation of the school office.
- Leading and supporting administrative staff.
- Overseeing admissions and pupil records.
- Managing the school's MIS.
- Coordinating communication with parents and external agencies.
- Preparing reports and correspondence.
- Managing office budgets and supplies.
- Organising meetings and senior leader diaries.
- Supporting HR and recruitment administration.
- Ensuring GDPR compliance.
- Managing reception services.
- Supporting school events.
- Reviewing office procedures and improving efficiency.
- Providing administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team.
- Maintaining a professional and welcoming front office.
Requirements
- Previous Office Manager or senior administration experience.
- School administration experience is desirable.
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office.
- Experience using school MIS systems.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage competing priorities.
- Professional and approachable manner.
- Commitment to safeguarding.
Application
To apply for this Office Manager position, please send your CV as soon as possible.
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