Office Manager

Step Teachers; Enfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established secondary school in Enfield is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee its administrative team. This full-time leadership role involves supporting the school's operations, managing communications, and ensuring compliance with safety policies. Candidates must possess strong leadership skills and prior experience in a school office environment.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, and gym memberships

Well-being services provided through the pay portal

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a school office is essential.
• Strong leadership and team management skills required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the school office.
• Lead and support the administrative team.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and health & safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

MIS Systems (e.g., SIMS, Arbor)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Immediate Start School-Based Experience Required

A welcoming and well-established secondary school in Enfield is seeking a skilled and efficient Office Manager to lead its administrative team. This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to support the smooth and successful running of a vibrant school environment.

Role Overview:

• Job Title: Office Manager

• Location: Enfield, North London

• Start Date: ASAP

• Contract Type: Full-time, long-term (potential to become permanent)

• Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the school office

• Lead and support a team of administrative staff

• Act as the main point of contact for visitors, parents, and external stakeholders

• Manage school communications, record-keeping, and data systems

• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and GDPR policies

• Support with HR administration, recruitment, and onboarding processes

• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure the office runs efficiently and effectively

Candidate Requirements:

• Must have prior experience working in a school office environment – this is essential

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Proficiency in using school MIS systems (e.g., SIMS, Arbor) and Microsoft Office

• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

• A positive, proactive attitude and a commitment to supporting school operations

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC(Recruitment & Employment Confederation)standards for safeguarding children.Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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