Office Manager & PA to the Headteacher - Hazel Oak School

WMJobs; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant school community as the Office Manager and PA to the Headteacher at Hazel Oak School. This essential role involves providing administrative support and leading the office team within an inclusive educational environment. The successful candidate will manage communications and events while upholding school policies and supporting the school's mission to nurture students towards success.

Benefits

Bespoke professional development and training

Access to a wellbeing support package

Generous employer pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration.
• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths.
• Experience in office management or PA roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the Headteacher.
• Lead and manage the office's busy administrative team.
• Be the first point of contact for staff, parents, and external agencies.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication

Emotional Resilience

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration or equivalent

GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Office Manager & PA to the Headteacher - Hazel Oak School

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Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council,

Office Manager & PA to the Headteacher

Permanent | Term time only – 39 weeks |

Salary Band D actual salary range £24,771 - £30,830

Working Hours: We are open to considering applications for between 34 and 37 hours per week, depending on the needs of the school and the availability of the successful candidate.

Hazel Oak School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly organised, emotionally intelligent and proactive Office Manager & Personal Assistant to the Headteacher to join our vibrant and inclusive school community.

Hazel Oak is an all through inclusive special school situated in Solihull providing care and provision for children and young people with Autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, Speech, Language and Communication Difficulties, Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH) with in a diverse and caring community.

At Hazel Oak School, we aspire for equity for all, embracing and celebrating the differences of our community.

It is our shared vision to prepare our children and young people for their lives beyond school, as respectful citizens in an ever-changing world, supporting them along the way to challenge discrimination and inequality. Through restorative and philosophical work, we support children and young people and their families to achieve the best we can for each learner, as a community.

We want all Hazel Oak pupils to embrace their individuality and grow towards success beyond school. Not just preparing children and young people for the wider world but develop their ability to affect change towards it.

This is an excellent time to join Hazel Oak School as it continues to implement a strategic vision developed by all stakeholders. Join us at Hazel Oak, we recognise everyone has the potential to succeed and believe ‘reaching for the stars’ to inspire children and young people to overcome any challenges to shape a successful future.

We champion high expectations for our Hazel Oak community because we believe everyone has the potential to be supported and nurtured to succeed. Our staff members provide a provision that is meaningful, systemic and purposeful for all.

About the Role:

This is a key leadership support role in the school and you will:

• Provide high-level, confidential administrative support to the Headteacher.
• Lead and manage the school’s busy office and administrative team.
• Be the first point of contact for staff, parents, governors, and external agencies.
• Coordinate school communications, events, and diary management.
• Uphold safeguarding, data protection, and school policies in all aspects of your work.
  
  
  

We are looking for someone who is:

• Emotionally resilient, calm under pressure, and highly organised
• A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to manage conflicting demands and priorities in a busy working environment
• Manages confidential information with discretion
• Committed to the values of inclusion, equity, and community
• Able to lead and manage a team effectively
• Skilled at anticipating challenges and taking proactive steps to resolve issues before they arise
  
  
  

Qualifications and experience required:

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role
• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths or equivalent
• Experienced in office management or PA/senior administration roles (school experience desirable but not essential).
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (SIMS and Oracle knowledge is a bonus)
  
  
  

In return, we offer:

• A welcoming and supportive team culture.
• Bespoke professional development and training.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Access to a wellbeing support package and employee assistance programme.
• Generous employer pension scheme.
  
  
  

How to apply for further information about the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact Ellen Barrett at [e-mail]

Application forms are available from www.hazel-oak.co.uk.

Completed applications should be sent to [e-mail].

Closing Date: 9am on Thursday 3rd July 2025

Hazel Oak School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post requires an enhanced DBS and Safer Recruitment checks. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidelines, all applicants will undergo social media checks as part of our comprehensive vetting process.

We are an equal opportunities employer and proud to be a school that celebrates difference. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender assignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The post falls under the requirements of the Fluency Duty (part of the Immigration Act 2016) which makes it a requirement for all public sector workers operating in ‘customer facing’ role to be able to speak fluent English.

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