Office Manager NEW

Bradgate Education Partnership; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational institution as an Office Manager at Mercenfeld Primary School. This role demands strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. You will work closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team to ensure the school operates efficiently while supporting educational quality. The position offers a supportive team environment, opportunities for career development, and a generous benefits package.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Career development opportunities

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Support Service

Employee Discount and Benefit Scheme

Annual flu vaccination opportunity

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy school office.
• Strong administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of the school.
• Support delivery of quality education.

Skills

Customer Service

Organization

Multitasking

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Office Manager at Mercenfeld Primary School

Salary Grade 8, Pts 15-18 (£24,938 to £27,052 per annum)

Working hours: 37 hours; Term Time + Inset Days + 2 weeks (41 weeks)

Start Date: 26th August 2025

Provisional Interview Date: Wednesday 18th June 2025

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized individual with strong administration skills to join Mercenfeld Primary School as an Office Manager on a permanent basis. The role involves working Monday to Friday, 08:15-16:00, and working closely with the Headteacher and SLT to ensure the smooth operation of the school, supporting the delivery of quality education.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified to NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience
• Experience working in a busy school office
• Excellent customer service skills
• Highly organized with the ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Experience with Arbor, PSF, and Microsoft Office is desirable

Benefits

• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career development, including training schemes
• Generous annual leave
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (24% employer contribution)
• Employee Support Service (counselling)
• Employee Discount and Benefit Scheme
• Annual flu vaccination opportunity
• Access to Bradgate Benefits package

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact us before applying to discuss the role or arrange a visit. To apply:

1. Visit our careers website and locate the vacancy
2. Complete the online application form
3. Provide a supporting statement explaining your suitability and addressing specific questions

We look forward to your application. For assistance with the application process, please contact us using the details provided.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Mercenfeld Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to uphold this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will undergo an online search as part of due diligence, and employment is contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment checks.

We promote an inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, and religion.