Office Manager

The Methodist Church in Britain; Royal Borough of Greenwich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Willowfield School is seeking an Office Manager to lead the school office team and oversee day-to-day administration, ensuring the smooth running of the school environment.

You will support staff and visitors, handle communications, manage records, and contribute to a confidential, professional atmosphere. This role requires an enhanced DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK with no visa sponsorship available.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Basic computer literacy, such as Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day office operations.
• Lead the office team.
• Support staff and visitors.
• Handle communications.
• Maintain records.
• Ensure the smooth running of the school office.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

MS Office

Independent & team work

Willingness to learn

Job description

Willowfield School is seeking an Office Manager to lead the school office team and keep its daily running on track. The work covers day-to-day office operations, support for staff and visitors, communications and record keeping. It is a management post over the office team within a school community. The post requires an enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Manage day-to-day office operations
• Lead the office team
• Support staff and visitors
• Handle communications
• Maintain records
• Ensure the smooth running of the school office

What’s required

Skills & knowledge

• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication
• Basic computer literacy, such as Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn new systems and processes

Checks & eligibility

• Full enhanced DBS check
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Other

• Reliable and punctual
• Positive, friendly approach towards colleagues, students and parents
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism
• Flexibility and adaptability in a busy school environment
• Enthusiasm for contributing to the school community
• Respect for diversity and inclusion principles