Office Manager - Birmingham Primary School

Protocol Education Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational staffing agency is seeking an experienced Office Manager for a Birmingham primary school. This full-time role involves overseeing office operations, managing communications, and supporting staff and students. The ideal candidate will have previous school office management experience and strong organisational skills. The position offers a welcoming team environment and the potential for long-term employment.

Benefits

Weekly pay through PAYE

Free access to CPD Academy

Dedicated consultant support

Streamlined registration processes

Referral rewards

Qualifications

• Must have a calm, proactive, and solutions-focused approach.
• Experience in managing administrative tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the school office.
• Manage systems, records, and communications smoothly.
• Support staff, pupils, and parents with a friendly, professional approach.
• Ensure compliance and administration tasks are handled efficiently.

Skills

Previous experience as a School Office Manager

Strong knowledge of school systems (e.g. SIMS, Arbor)

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Job description

Overview

Office Manager – Birmingham Primary School
Location: Birmingham
Contract: Full-time, Long-term
Start date: ASAP

Are you the kind of person who can keep a busy school office running like clockwork? This Birmingham primary is looking for an experienced Office Manager to join their team and help keep everything on track behind the scenes.

It’s a school that’s genuinely a great place to work—supportive staff, a welcoming atmosphere, and a team who value what everyone brings to the table.

The Role

We’re seeking a confident and organised Office Manager who can:

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the school office
• Manage systems, records, and communications smoothly
• Support staff, pupils, and parents with a friendly, professional approach
• Ensure compliance and administration tasks are handled efficiently

This role is full-time, long-term and has every chance to become a permanent opportunity for the right person.

What We’re Looking For

• Ideally, previous experience as a School Office Manager
• Strong knowledge of school systems (e.g. SIMS, Arbor, or similar)
• A calm, proactive, and solutions-focused approach
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

What the School Offers

A welcoming and supportive team environment
A leadership team who value their staff
A positive and professional working culture
A genuine long-term opportunity

Why Join Protocol Education?

When you come on board with us, you’ll benefit from:

• Weekly pay through PAYE (no umbrella faff!)
• Free access to our CPD Academy
• A dedicated consultant who knows the local area and schools
• Streamlined registration and simple processes
• Referral rewards when you recommend friends

Apply today

Apply today and take the next step in your career with a role that values your experience and gives you the chance to really make an impact. This could be the long-term move you’ve been waiting for.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. See the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for details. This advert is for a temporary position, with the possibility of permanence at a later date.

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