Office Manager

Durham County Council; North East; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in North East England seeks an enthusiastic and organised Office Manager to join their welcoming team. The role involves managing office operations, supporting staff and parents, and creating a nurturing environment. Candidates should have experience in similar roles and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Supportive school ethos

Enthusiastic children

Talented school team

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Ability to converse in English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage school office operations efficiently.
• Support and assist staff and parents.
• Nurture a welcoming environment for children.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Organisational skills

Approachability

Caring attitude

Positive outlook

Resilience

Job description

Office Manager
Grade 6 £27,269 - £30,060 pro rata
Full Time, Term Time + 2 Weeks
Permanent
Required from 1st September 2025 or as soon as possible

Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery is a warm, welcoming, community focussed school in the village of Ushaw Moor, near Durham. We are a very proud school who believe passionately in providing the best possible experiences and opportunities for all of our children, families and staff.

Following the retirement of the current post holder, we are looking to appoint an experienced Office Manager.

We are seeking someone who:
- is enthusiastic, highly motivated and organised
- is approachable and happy to help
- has a caring, nurturing attitude towards children and adults
- has a positive outlook and resilience!

In return, we can offer you:
- a strong, supportive and inclusive school ethos
- happy, enthusiastic children who take pride in their school
- a talented and hardworking school team
- a supportive and nurturing Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body who will support and value your contribution to school

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Closing date: Monday 9th June 2025 at 12pm
Shortlisting will take place on the afternoon of Monday 9th June 2025.
Please return completed applications to the school

Visits to the school are strongly recommended. Please contact the school office to book a place.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Calculation of term time only plus two weeks’ pay

Term time only plus two additional weeks’ pay is calculated on the basis of the following:
• Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks; plus
• Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days); plus
• Two additional weeks, inclusive of CPD – 2 weeks; plus
• Individual leave entitlement - 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days)
Individual leave entitlement is calculated on the length of continuous service. Employees with less than 5 years’ service will receive 27 days annual leave. Employees with more than 5 years’ service will receive 32 days annual leave.
For example:
Calculation for employees with less than 5 years’ service:
40 weeks (term time plus 2) + 27 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 47 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments
Calculation for employees with more than 5 years’ service:
40 weeks (term time plus 2) + 32 days (annual leave) + 8 days (public holidays) = 48 weeks’ pay, to be paid in 12 equal monthly instalments

Silver Tree Primary School and Nursery
Durham Road
Ushaw Moor
Durham
DH7 7LF

Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Website: www.silvertreeprimary.co.uk

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