Office Manager

JT Recruit; Thurmaston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Office Manager for a nursery school setting in Thurmaston, England. This permanent position involves managing daily office operations, financial administration, and coordinating staff schedules. The ideal candidate should have prior office administration experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong organizational skills. Benefits include company events and a pension scheme. Flexibility in working hours is required.

Benefits

Company events

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Health & wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Previous office administration and financial/accounts experience required.
• Experience in a school or childcare setting preferred but not essential.
• DBS Check is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the nursery office.
• Handle financial administration including invoices and credit control.
• Coordinate staff schedules and appointments.

Skills

Office administration

Financial/accounts experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel

Organisational skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

My client is currently looking for an Office Manager to join them on a permanent basis.

Location - LE4 (Leicester)

Pay rate - £26k / £29k - Dependant on experience

This is a varied and interesting role, ideal for someone who enjoys both office management and financial administration. You will be responsible for the organisation, coordination, and day-to-day management of office procedures within a nursery school setting. Working closely with the Director/Nursery Manager, your role is essential in ensuring the smooth and professional running of the nursery.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily operations of the nursery office
• General administrative and receptionist duties
• Financial administration including:
  • Issuing invoices
  • Credit control
  • Administration of nursery grant funding
• Assist in planning and coordinating nursery events and functions
• Support marketing and publicity initiatives
• Act as a key point of contact for parents, visitors, and staff
• Order and manage resources and supplies efficiently
• Assist in HR administrative processes (e.g., recruitment, staff records)
• Design, implement, and maintain filing and record-keeping systems
• Ensure all records and data are kept secure, confidential, and compliant with GDPR
• Support policy and procedural updates
• Coordinate appointments, staff schedules, and bookings
• Monitor and authorise office supply acquisitions
• Address customer inquiries and resolve complaints professionally
• Maintain a clean, safe, and secure working environment

Skills and Qualifications

• Previous office administration and financial/accounts experience (required)
• Experience in a school or childcare setting (preferred but not essential)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel (essential)
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Discreet, professional, and able to handle confidential information
• Friendly, approachable manner with strong interpersonal skills
• DBS Check is essential

Benefits

• Company events
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Health & wellbeing programme

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Opening times are 7.30 am to 6.00 pm, ideally flexibility for shifts between these times

30-40 hours per week