Office Manager

TES FE News; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an admin office manager to efficiently run its main admin office and reception area. The role involves managing staff, ensuring high-quality communication with parents and visitors, and overseeing the academy's document management system. This part-time position operates during term time, offering a challenging opportunity in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing administrative teams.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to queries.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of the admin office and reception area.
• Ensure quality standards in communication and reception services.
• Monitor the work of the admin team and student reception.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Job description

Job Overview

To be responsible for the efficient and effective running of the main admin office by providing an administrative service to the senior leadership team and staff. To ensure that there is an efficient and responsive reception service provided for staff and visitors to the academy. To set the standard for and control the quality of communication with parents, governors and visitors.

• Overall responsibility for the management of the staff in the admin office and reception area ensuring that they are motivated, engaged and challenged in their work
• Oversee the efficient organisation of main reception, including use of the telephone system and reception of visitors
• Monitor the quality of the work delegated to other members of the admin team ensuring quality standards are maintained.
• Respond to queries and provide communication across a range of different media.
• Oversee the efficient organisation of Student Reception, School communications and the generation of reports for the academy and outside agencies.
• Ensure the smooth implementation and effective use of the academy document management system
• Participate in training opportunities and professional development as required
• Ensure a safe and healthy environment is maintained
  
  

3 days per week, including a Friday. Term time plus two weeks (41 weeks)