Office Manager - Chingford Foundation School

Chingford Foundation School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Chingford Foundation School is seeking an experienced Office Manager to provide high quality support to the Head of School and the Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will manage projects, solve problems and oversee day-to-day operations of the school office, while maintaining confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Joining a Trust with a long history and a commitment to professional development, you will contribute to safeguarding and pupil welfare in line with Trust policies.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Office Manager to provide high quality support to the Head of School and Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will be confident in managing projects, solving problems and overseeing the smooth day to day operation of the school office. They will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate excellent organisational and communication skills, maintain confidentiality at all times and be flexible in meeting the needs of the school.

You will be joining a school with enthusiastic and dedicated leaders at senior and middle leadership levels and a commitment to the professional development of staff.

Chingford Foundation School (CFS) and South Chingford Foundation School (SCFS) have 120 years of combined history and experience in delivering a positive, aspirational environment for our students to flourish. Whilst we have continued to adapt to the changing world around us with the creation of our Multi Academy Trust, our commitment to helping students of all abilities and backgrounds achieve their dreams has only strengthened. We are incredibly proud of our staff and students and passionate about driving improving standards across the Trust, aspiring to offer a world class education and professional development model for all.

You can find out more information by taking a look at our website: https://www.chingfordfoundation.org/

Closing date: 9am on Monday 21 September 2026

Interview date: tbc

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure Check.

The Trust requires that all adults who work with pupils promote pupil safety and wellbeing; adhering to Trust policies to ensure effective Child Protection and Safeguarding provision, either directly or indirectly.