Dynamic School Office Lead — Immediate Start

Office Angels; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a School Admin & Office Manager in Middlesbrough. You will manage the front office operations, oversee HR administration, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in administration, excellent organisational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Benefits include 29 days holiday, career development opportunities, and a supportive leadership team. Immediate availability is required for this role.

Benefits

29 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development and training opportunities

Access to wellbeing services

Local Government Pension Scheme - 17.5% employer contribution

Qualifications

• Strong background in administration or office management, preferably in education.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Calm and professional under pressure.
• Immediate availability (Enhanced DBS required).

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day running of the school office and reception.
• Manage admissions, attendance, pupil records, and family communications.
• Oversee HR administration: recruitment, onboarding, DBS checks.
• Handle finance tasks: invoices, petty cash, reconciliations.
• Support the SLT with reports and event coordination.
• Maintain GDPR, safeguarding, and health & safety compliance.
• Coordinate key school events like parent evenings.

Skills

Administration or office management background

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a School Admin & Office Manager in Middlesbrough. You will manage the front office operations, oversee HR administration, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in administration, excellent organisational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Benefits include 29 days holiday, career development opportunities, and a supportive leadership team. Immediate availability is required for this role.