Office Manager

Leigh Academies Trust; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Maidstone is seeking a proactive Office Manager to ensure the smooth running of the school office. This pivotal role supports staff, students, and families in a welcoming environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in school administration or related fields. The position offers a salary of £25,408 per annum and operates Monday to Friday from 8:15am to 4:15pm.

Benefits

Collaborative team environment

Professional growth opportunities

Opportunity to make a lasting impact

Qualifications

• Experience in school administration or transferable skills from a similar setting.
• Commitment to supporting the school community and embracing the vision for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.
• Support staff, students, and families in a proactive and welcoming manner.
• Maintain efficient administrative systems and processes to support school operations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong eye for detail

Job description

Overview

At Leigh Academy Snowfields, we believe every child deserves the chance to succeed, and that starts with a strong, supportive team behind the scenes. We are looking for a highly organised, proactive, and dedicated Office Manager to join us. This role ensures the smooth day-to-day running of our school office and plays a key part in supporting staff, students, and families. This isn’t just an administrative role—it’s an opportunity to make a real difference by keeping our school running efficiently and welcoming for everyone who walks through the door.

Responsibilities

The Office Manager will:

• Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office
• Support staff, students, and families in a proactive and welcoming manner
• Maintain efficient administrative systems and processes to support school operations

Qualifications and Requirements

We are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic, and approachable individual with excellent communication skills and a strong eye for detail. The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in school administration or transferable skills from a similar setting
• A commitment to supporting the school community and embracing our vision for continuous improvement

Why Join Leigh Academy Snowfields?

• A welcoming and collaborative team environment
• A role where your organisational skills directly support student success
• An opportunity to take ownership, grow professionally, and make a lasting impact

Details

This is a permanent opportunity offering a salary of £25,408 per annum (£29,146 full-time equivalent), based on 37.5 hours per week, term time + 1 week inset. Working hours are 8:15am–4:15pm, Monday to Friday.