Office Manager

Our Lady; Dudley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady and St Kenelm RC School is seeking an Office Manager to lead the administration team and enhance the school's operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a passion for working in an educational environment. This role is pivotal in supporting the school's ethos and ensuring high standards in administration.

Qualifications

• Experienced administrator capable of managing a busy school office.
• Passionate about working in a school environment.
• Able to work effectively with other professionals.

Responsibilities

• Manage a busy school office and develop administration systems.
• Support and develop resources within the school.
• Inspire and support the motivated team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Positive outlook

Ability to inspire and support a team

Job description

Are you looking to work in our innovative, exciting, and happy school with motivated children and supportive staff?

The Governors of Our Lady and St Kenelm RC School are seeking to appoint an Office Manager who exemplifies excellent personal conduct and professional leadership, ensuring that the Catholic ethos, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church, influences all aspects of school life.

We have a successful and committed team of staff, pupils, and governors dedicated to maintaining and enhancing high standards of attainment and future learning opportunities.

The Governors are looking to appoint someone who:

• Is an experienced administrator capable of managing a busy school office, with excellent communication skills and the ability to support and develop administration systems and resources within the school.
• Is passionate about working in a school environment.
• Can inspire and support our highly motivated team.
• Has a positive outlook and a good sense of humour.
• Is able to work effectively with other professionals.
• NB: We reserve the right to close the vacancy before the advertised date if a large number of applications are received.

Our Lady and St Kenelm is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We also conduct online searches for all posts in line with guidance from KCSIE 2024. These searches are not part of the shortlisting process, and candidates will have the opportunity to address any concerns that arise during the search at interview.

Hours: Monday – Friday, 37 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks).

Interviews for successful candidates will be held on Tuesday, 10th June.

Application form and supporting documents