Office Manager in Ilkeston

For further information, please see the attached candidate pack. Visits to the academy are encouraged! If you wish to arrange a visit, discover more about this exciting opportunity, need any further information or you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact us to arrange a convenient date. For further details about the Academy and Tapestry Learning Partnership, please view our careers pages on MyNewTerm.

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic school Office Manager to join our team here at Kensington Junior Academy. We need a professional who is committed to providing a high quality office management function in a busy primary school. The successful candidate will be responsible for the running of the school office. The successful candidate will also be required to work closely with the Trust\’s School Improvement Services team on finance, HR, GDPR and estates tasks. Why Us? You\’ll be joining us at a very exciting time. In January 2026, two strong Trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, came together to form Tapestry Learning Partnership. This new chapter brings incredible opportunities for collaboration and growth. Tapestry\’s vision is for every child to succeed and flourish by providing an exceptional educational experience. We believe in the power of education to transform lives and are proud of our strong sense of community, our commitment to inclusion, and our culture of high expectations.

• A supportive network of like-minded professionals who share a clear vision and values.
• High-quality, ongoing professional development for you and your team.
• A passionate, committed wider team focused on:
• Achieving the highest academic outcomes for all pupils.
• Driving social change through education.
• Providing exceptional pastoral care and enrichment opportunities.
• Bespoke support from the Trust\’s central team, tailored to your school\’s needs.
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact in a school that is excited about its future.