Office Manager

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Job summary

A welcoming primary school in Birmingham seeks an experienced Office Manager to oversee daily operations and administrative tasks. This role involves managing the school office efficiently, supporting the Headteacher, and ensuring compliance with policies. Candidates should have proven office experience, strong ICT skills, and a positive outlook in a dynamic educational environment.

Benefits

Supportive and friendly working environment

Excellent CPD and development opportunities

Vibrant and dynamic setting focused on improvement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a busy office setting, ideally in a school environment.
• Strong ICT skills including Microsoft Office and SIMS.
• Confident in managing varied workloads and delegating effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the school office.
• Manage administrative tasks including attendance and admissions.
• Take responsibility for financial administration including budgeting and invoicing.

Skills

ICT skills

Microsoft Office

Financial administration

Tools

SIMS

Job description

Salary: 130 - 150 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:15am- 4:00pm
Contract: Fixed term for 3 terms (at first)
Location: Birmingham

Empowering Learning is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming 2 forme entry Primary School in the Birmingham area for an experienced and highly organised Office Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy school office as a senior member of staff, playing a key role in the smooth running of day-to-day operations.

Working as a Office manager you will:

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the school office, ensuring it runs efficiently and professionally
• Be the first point of contact for staff, parents, visitors, and external agencies, providing a warm and helpful welcome
• Manage and oversee administrative tasks including attendance, admissions, and data entry
• Support the Headteacher and senior leadership team with diary management, correspondence, and reporting
• Take responsibility for financial administration, including budgeting, invoicing, and ordering supplies
• Supervise and coordinate office staff, delegating tasks appropriately and supporting their professional development
• Liaise with the local authority and external providers to support the smooth delivery of school services
• Ensure compliance with school policies and statutory requirements

Requirements of Office manager:

• Has proven experience in a busy office setting, ideally with recent experience in a school environment
• Possesses strong ICT skills, including Microsoft Office and SIMS
• Is confident in managing varied workloads and delegating effectively within a team
• Understands financial procedures and school budget responsibilities
• Is positive, enthusiastic, and highly motivated

In return, the school offers:

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Excellent CPD and development opportunities
• A vibrant and dynamic setting focused on continuous improvement and excellence

If you're a School Office Manager who feels this opportunity is the right fit - or if you know someone who would thrive in this environment - please apply today. For more information, visit Empowering Learning to learn more about who we are and what we do.

Apply now to be part of a school that's passionate about early years education and dedicated to excellence.