Office Manager

Robert Blake Academy; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Blake Academy is seeking a highly organised and proactive administrator to provide confidential, high-level support to the Principal and Business Manager. You will lead two school administrators, a receptionist and a reprographics technician, ensuring the smooth running of the school office.

You will manage correspondence, support the Senior Leadership Team and safeguarding/GDPR compliance, and help coordinate school events and stakeholder communications, maintaining discretion and

Qualifications

• Has substantial administrative experience, ideally within a school or similar environment.
• Is highly organised, detail-focused, and able to prioritise effectively.
• Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and integrity at all times.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is confident leading a team and managing office operations.
• Is proactive, flexible, and committed to supporting the wider life of the school.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the primary point of contact Principal
• Managing correspondence
• Providing administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team
• Leading and managing the school office, ensuring a professional and efficient service
• Line managing administrative staff and first aid staff
• Supporting school events, communications, and stakeholder engagement
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, GDPR, and school policies

Skills

Administrative experience

Highly organised

Discretion & integrity

Communication skills

Team leadership

Proactive mindset

Job description

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and professional individual to provide confidential, high-level administrative support to the Principal / Business Manager, while leading and managing the smooth and efficient running of 2 school administrators, receptionist and reprographics technician.

This is a key role within the school, requiring excellent interpersonal skills, discretion, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as the primary point of contact Principal
• Managing correspondence
• Providing administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team
• Leading and managing the school office, ensuring a professional and efficient service
• Line managing administrative staff and first aid staff
• Supporting school events, communications, and stakeholder engagement
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, GDPR, and school policies

About you

The successful candidate:

• Has substantial administrative experience, ideally within a school or similar environment
• Is highly organised, detail-focused, and able to prioritise effectively
• Demonstrates professionalism, discretion, and integrity at all times
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is confident leading a team and managing office operations

• Is proactive, flexible, and committed to supporting the wider life of the school