Impactful School Office & Operations Leader

Kedleston Group Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction programme

Professional development & training

Employee perks & discounts platform

Bonuses for refer a friend

Life assurance

Job summary

Wings School Notts, part of Kedleston Group, is seeking an experienced School Office Manager to run the school office, support the SLT, and ensure professional front-of-house and admin services. The role covers confidentiality, safeguarding, payroll and budgeting, and HR processes in a busy educational setting.

You will line manage administrative staff, oversee systems, and help deliver efficient support to pupils and staff in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a school or educational office.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school office team, including performance reviews and training.
• Oversee all administrative systems, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and HR processes including absence tracking and staff support.
• Provide financial administration support including payroll, budgeting, and procurement.
• Ensure safeguarding and data protection compliance.
• Support SLT with strategic planning, reporting, and events.
• Maintain a professional reception and communication service for parents and visitors.

Skills

Office management

Leadership

Communication

Safeguarding

HR processes

Tools

Arbor

SAM People

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wings School Notts, part of Kedleston Group, is seeking an experienced School Office Manager to run the school office, support the SLT, and ensure professional front-of-house and admin services. The role covers confidentiality, safeguarding, payroll and budgeting, and HR processes in a busy educational setting.

You will line manage administrative staff, oversee systems, and help deliver efficient support to pupils and staff in a collaborative environment.