Houghton Community Nursery School and Mill Hill Nursery School

Sunderland City Council; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational federation in Sunderland is seeking an experienced Office Manager to support daily operations across two sites. The role requires excellent organisational, inter-personal, and communication skills, alongside competency in ICT. You will work in a supportive environment focused on child welfare and professional development opportunities. This is a great chance to make a significant impact within the organization.

Benefits

Half-price childcare costs

Continuous professional development

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy office.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including children and families.
• Experience in financial and HR procedures.

Responsibilities

• Be organised, enthusiastic, and welcoming in a busy office environment.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain competency in ICT and handle financial and HR tasks.

Skills

Organisational skills

Inter-personal skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

ICT competence

Job description

Overview

The Federation of Houghton Community Nursery School and Mill Hill Nursery School is advertising for an experienced Office Manager. The post is based in two sites: Houghton Community Nursery School and Mill Hill Nursery School.

Responsibilities

• Be organised, enthusiastic and welcoming; thrive in a busy office environment.
• Work as part of a team or independently with excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and flexibility to work in a school setting.
• Maintain competency in ICT and carry out financial and HR procedures as required.
• Communicate effectively with a range of audiences, including the ability to empathise with children and families.

What we are looking for

• Experience working in a busy office.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team or alone.
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm and flexibility to work in a school setting.
• Competency in ICT.
• Effective communication skills with diverse audiences, including children and families.
• Experience in financial and HR procedures.

We can offer

• A welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Half-price childcare costs if you choose to use the Federation’s schools for your own childcare needs.
• A staff-welfare focused, caring and supportive environment and culture.
• Continuous professional development, including opportunities to undertake related qualifications.

Application details

Application packs and further information are available by email from the Office Manager, Emma Willis, at [e-mail]. Completed forms should be returned to Emma Willis.

Closing date: Monday 3 November. Shortlisting: Tuesday 4 November. Interviews: Monday 10 November.

Safeguarding

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is subject to a DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Federation safeguards students and staff by responding in accordance with Sunderland Local Safeguarding Board Procedures. The Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. As part of our due diligence and to comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search of publicly available information will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will be required to provide an enhanced DBS disclosure.