Office Manager in Laceby

Overview

As the Trust continues to grow, this is a leadership position responsible for assisting with the strategic and day-to-day operational functions of both schools. The successful post-holder will work closely with the Trust central team to ensure robust financial health, compliance, and operational excellence. You will be the architect of the schools\’ business infrastructure, ensuring that resources are optimized to support teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the business and operational functions of two welcoming, community-orientated primary schools.
• Work with the Trust central team to ensure robust financial health, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Act as a role model for staff, stakeholders, and visitors; promote a cooperative, collegial ethos.
• Enhance office systems and processes to drive continuous improvement in the \”business of education\” and support school improvement.
• Ensure accurate data management and deadlines, including using Arbor MIS (or similar) with a single source of truth for staff and student information.
• Balance workloads across two sites while maintaining a professional and enthusiastic outlook.

Qualifications and qualities

• Deep commitment to leadership, forward-thinking and innovation within school administration.
• Experience with MIS systems (Arbor MIS or similar) and meticulous attention to data integrity and timeliness.
• Strong organizational and multi-site management skills with a professional and collaborative approach.
• Ability to work within a cooperative, collegial ethos at all times.

Safeguarding, equality and checks

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. This role involves working with children in regulated activity; it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children. Prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification, and section 128 checks will be completed for the successful candidate where relevant. We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you are living or have lived/worked overseas in the last five years, you may be required to provide overseas criminal records checks if you are the preferred candidate.

What we offer

• High-quality induction training and ongoing professional development.
• The opportunity to realize your professional vision and ambitions within a supportive Multi-Academy Trust.
• Visits to our sites are encouraged. For information, contact the Senior Leadership Team on 01472 318003 or 01469 572584.
• Joining a Trust that prioritizes safeguarding and well-being for pupils and staff.