Office Manager

Outcomes First Group; Lillingstone Dayrell; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Vista benefits

Job summary

Outcomes First Group is recruiting an experienced Office Manager for Tilewood School in Buckinghamshire. The role leads the administration team, runs the school office and reception, and ensures efficient, compliant operations while supporting pupils, families and staff.

You will manage admissions, pupil records, safeguarding, and financial admin, coordinating events and SLT support, with a focus on a safe, welcoming school environment.

Qualifications

• QTS/PGCE is required for this Office Manager role in a school.
• NPQH is desirable but not essential.
• Experience leading an administration team in education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Administration Team to provide high-quality school support.
• Oversee everyday office and reception operations to welcome pupils and visitors.
• Manage admissions, pupil records, staff files and safeguarding compliance.
• Support financial admin including purchase orders and budgets.
• Coordinate events and meetings for the Senior Leadership Team.
• Collaborate with Headteacher and Facilities Manager for smooth operations.
• Ensure GDPR, safeguarding, health and safety compliance across admin systems.

Skills

Office management

Leadership

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

QTS/PGCE required

NPQH desirable

Tools

School management systems

Job description

Full Job Description

Position: Office Manager

Location: Tilewood School, Buckinghamshire, MK18 5AN

Salary: Up to £29,500 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent | Term time only

Start Date: January 2027

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

Are you an experienced Office Manager who loves being organised, solving problems and making things happen? Do you thrive in a busy environment where every day brings something different? If you're a natural leader who takes pride in getting the details right, this could be the opportunity for you. We're looking for a proactive, highly organised and people-focused Office Manager to join our specialist school. This is an exciting opportunity to become a key member of our leadership support team, working closely with the Head of Service to ensure the school operates efficiently, compliantly and professionally every day. As our Office Manager, you'll oversee all aspects of school administration, lead and develop a dedicated administration team, and play a vital role in supporting staff, pupils, families and visitors. Your work will directly contribute to creating a safe, welcoming and well‑organised environment where everyone can flourish. If you're ready to put your organisational skills and leadership experience at the heart of a school where every detail matters, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead, motivate and develop the Administration Team, ensuring an efficient, high-quality support service across the school.
• Oversee the day to day running of the school office and reception, creating a professional and welcoming experience for pupils, families and visitors.
• Manage key administrative processes including admissions, pupil records, staff personnel files and safeguarding compliance, including the Single Central Record.
• Support financial administration, including purchase orders, invoices, expenses, budgets and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Coordinate school events, meetings, parent evenings and provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Work collaboratively with the Headteacher, Facilities Manager and wider teams to ensure the smooth operation of the school, including premises coordination and contractor management.
• Ensure all administrative systems, records and processes remain compliant with GDPR, safeguarding, health and safety requirements and company policies.

What You Will Bring

• QTS/PGCE required
• NPQH desirable
• Previous experience in an Office Manager, School Business Support, Senior Administrator or Administration Manager role.
• Experience managing or supervising an administration team.
• Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and school management systems (experience of iSAMS is advantageous but not essential).
• Knowledge of safeguarding and school compliance processes, including maintaining accurate records.
• Experience within an education or care setting is desirable but not essential.

About us

Tilewood School is a brand-new specialist school, part of Options Autism, opening in April 2027. The school will provide a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for up to 72 pupils. Designed for young people aged 5 - 16, Tile House School will offer personalised support to help every learner thrive. This exciting new provision is committed to building confidence, resilience, and positive futures. For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a "Great Place to Work" for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support