Office Manager

ELLESMERE COLLEGE; Leicester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff wellbeing package

Professional development programme

Supportive environment

Job summary

Ellesmere College seeks an organised, enthusiastic Office Manager to lead our administrative team across two campus sites. You will be responsible for line management, overseeing workloads and implementing policies to ensure efficient operations.

The role requires comprehensive ICT skills, literacy and numeracy, and a proactive approach to improving outcomes for students. A supportive environment and strong staff development are priorities for the college.

Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Office suite and standard admin software.
• Experience in an office environment following policies and procedures.
• Line manage several admin officers and supervise workload distribution.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Act and policy implementation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee busy admin team across two Ellesmere College sites.
• Ensure adherence to college policies, procedures and safeguarding practices.
• Provide training, coaching and supervision to admin staff.
• Maintain Health & Safety compliance and related records.
• Collaborate with Strategic Resources Manager to ensure smooth administration.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Office administration

Line management

Supervision and training

Health & Safety knowledge

Policy implementation

ICT literacy

Numeracy and literacy

Job description

We are looking to appoint a highly organised, enthusiastic and resilient Office Manager to oversee our busy admin team across our two sites.

You must have comprehensive knowledge of all Microsoft Office software, and have experience of working in an office environment, following policies and procedures, preferably in an Education setting. You will take responsibility for the line management of several admin officers, and will need to be confident supervising, training and overseeing the workload of others. You will also need knowledge in detail of the Health & Safety at Work Act and the implementation of H & S policies and procedures. Working closely with the Strategic Resources Manager, you will have a portfolio of responsibilities to ensure the smooth running of the administration function of the college. The successful candidate will have a genuine interest in improving outcomes for the students at Ellesmere College. Previous experience is desirable. Applicants must have exceptional ICT, literacy and numeracy skills., We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, flexible, enthusiastic, committed and self motivated Office Manager that has an innovative and creative approach which ensures children and young people who have a range of special educational needs achieve the best possible learning outcomes.

• A supportive and friendly environment focused on staff and student wellbeing
• A high-quality professional development programme
• A committed and enthusiastic team of staff and governors
• Strong partnerships with families and external agencies
• A culture where excellence is the norm
• Access to a comprehensive staff wellbeing package, including free counselling, physiotherapy, GP services, legal advice, and more