Office Manager

King's Academy Meadow Vale; Binfield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

King's Academy Meadow Vale is seeking an experienced Office Manager to lead the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the academy. You will join the Senior Leadership Team, ensuring smooth operations while supporting staff, pupils and the wider school community.

You will oversee administration, reception and support services, driving professional standards, efficiency and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience leading administrative teams and office operations.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Proactive, solution-focused with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the academy's administration,Reception and support teams.
• Oversee day-to-day school office operations to ensure a welcoming, efficient service.
• Manage administrative systems and processes to identify and implement improvements.
• Support the Senior Leadership Team with operational planning and priorities.
• Act as the key link between the academy and central Trust services.
• Ensure compliance with Trust policies and statutory requirements.
• Build positive relationships with staff, pupils, parents, governors and external agencies.

Skills

Administrative leadership

People management

Organisation

Communication

Education sector experience

Strategic planning

Job description

Lead. Organise. Inspire. Make a Difference.

Are you an experienced administrator with a passion for leading people and creating efficient, high-performing systems? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We are seeking an exceptional Office Manager to lead the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of our academy. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Senior Leadership Team (SLT), where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the academy runs smoothly while supporting our staff, pupils and wider school community.

About the Role

As Office Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing all administrative operations, ensuring our systems, processes and support services are delivered to the highest standard. You'll lead a dedicated team across administration, reception and support services, fostering a culture of professionalism, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Working closely with the Headteacher and central Trust teams, you'll help deliver both operational excellence and strategic priorities, ensuring compliance with Trust policies and contributing to the continued success of the academy.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and developing the academy's administration, reception and support teams.
• Managing the day-to-day operation of the school office to ensure an efficient, welcoming and professional service.
• Overseeing administrative systems and processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Supporting the Senior Leadership Team with operational planning and academy priorities.
• Acting as the key link between the academy and central Trust services.
• Ensuring compliance with Trust policies and statutory requirements.
• Building positive relationships with staff, pupils, parents, governors and external agencies.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has significant administrative and office management experience.
• Is an inspiring and supportive people leader.
• Has excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Can confidently manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• Has outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is proactive, solution-focused and committed to continuous improvement.
• Shares our commitment to providing the very best experience for every child.
• Previous experience within an education setting is desirable, although we welcome applications from experienced office managers with transferable leadership and operational skills.

Why Join Us?

You’ll become part of a supportive and ambitious academy where your contribution is valued. We are committed to investing in our people and creating an environment where colleagues can develop, thrive and make a lasting difference.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and become a key member of our leadership team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of our academy.