Office Manager

Nottinghamshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire County Council is recruiting for Trent Vale Infant and Nursery School in Beeston. This part-time, term-time-only role covers 32 hours per week, with the pattern to be agreed with the successful candidate and occasional additional hours.

The post holder will run the school office, manage administrative staff, support the Senior Leadership Team, provide timely data on staff, pupils, finances and premises, and communicate clearly with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a school office and/or an office management position is desirable but not essential.
• Specific training will form part of the program for the successful candidate.
• The role requires the ability to manage budgets and liaise with governance bodies.

Responsibilities

• Create a friendly, welcoming environment for visitors, parents and staff.
• Take full responsibility for the effective running of the school office.
• Provide data for staff, pupil, finance and premises to SLT and Governing Body.
• Communicate clearly with all stakeholders in writing and verbally.
• Manage and maintain the school budget and admissions process.

Job description

Type of vacancy Permanent

Work pattern Part Time - Term Time Only

32

Work Base Trent Vale Infant and Nursery School, Beeston, NG9 1LP

This is a unique opportunity to join a dedicated and caring team within our school.

The position is part time during term time, 32 hours per week - the work pattern is to be agreed with the successful candidate. Additional hours will be required from time to time.

The governors are seeking to recruit an individual to join our team who has the ability, drive and commitment to:-

• Create a friendly, welcoming and helpful environment for all visitors, parents, children, staff and other members of the school communit
• Take full responsibility for the effective running of the school office, including directing and line managing the administrative staff
• Provide support for the Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body including the timely provision of staff, pupil, finance and premises data
• Communicate effectively and accurately with all stakeholders of the school – both in writing and verbally
• Manage and maintain the school budget in accordance with school policies
• Be proficient in operating a Financial Management System and other systems required for the execution of office duties
• Manage the admissions process for nursery applications

In return we can offer you:-

• A unique and rewarding job where no two days are the same
• A welcoming school with supportive and enthusiastic colleagues
• Full training and further opportunities for professional development
• A friendly and supportive senior leadership team and governing body

Previous experience of working in a school office and/or an office management position is desirable but not essential. Specific training will form part of the program for the successful candidate once appointed.

We feel that Trent Vale Infant and Nursery School is a very special place to be so please get in touch if you require any further information about the role. If you would like to visit, then this would be welcomed and can be arranged subject to timescales. School reopens after the half term break on Monday 2nd November 2026.

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Web: https://www.trentrylandsfederation.com/
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.