Office Manager

Great Baddow High School; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Larkrise Primary School in Chelmsford is seeking an enthusiastic, reliable office manager to join our friendly staff team. The role is 28 hours per week, Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8.30–16.00 with Tuesday or Thursday 8.30–16.00, commencing as soon as possible.

The successful candidate will be well organized, with excellent oral and written communication skills and strong initiative. A good level of English and mathematics is required; Arbor knowledge is desirable and ICT skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Good level of English and mathematics.
• Experience of working in a school office is desirable.
• Knowledge of Arbor is desirable and ICT skills are valued.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the trust central team with finance and HR.
• Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team on school administration and operational matters.
• Oversee the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the school office.
• Act as a key point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, governors, visitors and external agencies.
• Managing pupil admissions, attendance, pupil records, trips, clubs, school communications and other aspects of school life.
• Managing all clerical and administrative operations.
• Line-management of administrative assistants.
• Pupil welfare – first aid and managing medical needs across the school.

Skills

English

Mathematics

ICT skills

Tools

Arbor

Job description

28 hours per week. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8.30 – 16.00pm. Tuesday or Thursday 8.30am – 16.00pm

To commence as soon as possible

Interview date: 5 th October 2026

Larkrise Primary School is part of Quantum Multi-Academy Trust and is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, reliable and capable office manager.

We are seeking a well organised, professional and positive office manager to join our friendly staff team. The successful candidate will be very well organised, with excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to demonstrate strong initiative and flexibility. A good level of English and mathematics is required.

Previous experience of working in a school office is desirable, with a strong track record of office and management skills. A good knowledge of Arbor is desirable, together with very strong ICT skills.

Duties will include:

• Supporting the trust central team with finance and HR
• Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team on school administration and operational matters
• Oversee the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the school office
• Act as a key point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, governors, visitors and external agencies
• Managing pupil admissions, attendance, pupil records, trips, clubs, school communications and other aspects of school life
• Managing all clerical and administrative operations
• Line-management of administrative assistants
• Pupil welfare – first aid and managing medical needs across the school

Quantum Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS.

Visits to the school are very warmly welcomed. If you are interested, please contact the school office either on 01245 471 654 or by email [e-mail] and a suitable time will be made for an informal chat.

Due to the number of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted once the advertisement has closed.

Larkrise Primary Schoolis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required.

For further information about this vacancy please contact us using Ref: ECC2144-119S.