Officer Manager in Coventry

About The Role

We are seeking to appoint an experienced Office Manager to join our friendly, supportive team. As Office Manager, you will be at the heart of our school’s daily operations, ensuring that administrative systems run efficiently and effectively. You’ll work closely with staff, pupils, and parents, providing a welcoming and well‑organised front office presence. A strong understanding of office procedures and practices is essential, and prior experience in a school or educational environment is highly desirable.

• Has a good standard of education including English & Maths (GCSE/Level 2)
• Has excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills
• Can work on their own initiative and also work well as part of a team
• Is an excellent role model

All staff are expected to know what to do if they have concerns about a child, take on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare, undertake regular safeguarding and child protection training and familiarise themselves with KCSIE part 1 and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy.

About Us

Clifford Bridge Academy is a vibrant primary school with a commitment to inclusivity and excellence. We have a diverse student population, including pupils with EAL, SEND, and those eligible for pupil premium. Our vision is to create a stimulating learning environment where every child can succeed.

We are passionate about every child reaching for the stars, shining brightly in their individual talents and working hard to achieve their hopes and dreams. As their teachers, we promise to use our own light to guide them on their journey, and to always make decisions that keep them at the core.

Why work for us?

A career at Inspire Education Trust offers a rewarding future, with the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives and outcomes of our young people. We work hard to provide an environment which places staff wellbeing at the forefront of the agenda, as well as providing ample opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

• A highly supportive and committed senior leadership team
• Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 confidential advice and support on a range of matters and free access to accredited counsellors
• A focus on staff wellbeing including a network of wellbeing champions and a supportive working environment
• Opportunity to join a committed and forward‑thinking team of staff
• Employee Benefits platform providing staff access to a range of benefits such as shopping discounts

How to apply

All applications must be received electronically via our My New Term page: https://www.ietrust.org/vacancies/

If you have any queries about the post, please email Catherine.alexander-gamble@ietrust.org

Closing date: 9am Friday 21st November 2025

Interview date: W/C Monday 24th November 2025

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointments will be subject to rigorous safeguarding checks including enhanced DBS and references. The postholder must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted will be asked to complete a self‑declaration to confirm any (non‑protected) criminal disclosures or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

Pre‑employment checks

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Applicants must remain compliant with the Filtering Offences Guidance and the additional pre‑employment check required by Keeping Children Safe in Education for all regulated activity roles effective 1st September 2022.