Office Manager

Office Angels; Brentford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a highly organised Office Manager for a school in Brentford. This pivotal role requires excellent administrative, leadership, and communication skills to manage a team and ensure smooth daily operations. The candidate will also oversee office management responsibilities and support recruitment processes, contributing to a welcoming and efficient environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role ideally within education.
• Experience in improving or streamlining processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage office administration and support the senior leadership team.
• Organise school events and manage pupil data.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Proficiency in Google Workspace

Education

Proven experience in office administration

Experience in education preferred

Job description

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a confident, enthusiastic, and highly organised Office Manager to lead our administrative team and support the smooth running of the school. This is a key role requiring excellent communication, leadership, and IT skills.

Key Responsibilities

School Administration

• Provide confidential and efficient administrative support


• Maintain high standards in all communications and materials


• Manage incoming calls and direct enquiries appropriately

Reception & Office Management

• Line manage the Receptionist and Administrator


• Oversee office rotas, supplies, and budget


• Ensure a welcoming and professional front-of-house environment

HR & Compliance

• Maintain the Single Central Record (SCR)


• Support recruitment and onboarding processes


• Ensure safeguarding and training records are up to date

Data & Systems

• Manage pupil data in iSAMS and assist with census submissions


• Oversee My School Portal content and calendar coordination

Events & Trips

• Organise school events, photo days, and vaccination clinics


• Manage administration for school trips and offsite visits

Marketing & Communications

• Assist with website updates and termly newsletters


• Support the Parents' Events Committee and internal communications

Leadership Support

• Minute SLT and staff meetings


• Provide ad hoc support to the Senior Leadership Team

Person Specification

Experience

• Proven experience in office administration, ideally in education


• Experience improving or streamlining administrative processes

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organisational and communication skills


• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace


• Friendly, resilient, and proactive


• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Start Date: August 2025

Location: Brentford
Contract Type: Term time + 6 weeks
Hours: 08:30 - 17:30 (1-hour lunch break)
Contract Term: Permanent

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