School Office Manager

St James; Biddenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

St James' CE Academy in Bedfordshire is seeking an experienced Office Manager to oversee day-to-day school office operations, ensuring processes are streamlined and structured for efficiency. You will support school leadership and manage a busy office environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong IT skills, prior line management experience, and excellent written and verbal communication. This role is term-time with flexible hours and a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience as an office manager or similar role.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience in the education sector.
• Willingness to undergo training and lifelong learning.
• Proven ability to manage a busy office and prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day office operations.
• Lead and manage office staff or volunteers.
• Implement streamlined processes.
• Coordinate with school leadership and safeguarding.

Skills

Organisational skills

Line management

Communication skills

IT systems proficiency

Education sector experience

Tools

MS Office

Email systems

IT systems

Job description

School Office Manager at St James' CofE Academy

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Job Reference EDV/2026/SJCA/17756

Location Main Road, Biddenham, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 4BD

Contract Type Permanent

Contract Term Part-Time/Full-Time

Salary Annually (FTE) NJC 14 to 19

Hours Per Week 8:30 - 4:30 (37.5hrs)

Weeks Per Year Term time

Closing Date Midnight, Sun 27th Sep, 2026

Start Date ASAP

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s) Tuesday 29-09-2026

About this Role

St James' CE Academy is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, confident, and highly organised Office Manager to play a vital role in our day-to-day office operations. You will need to have exceptional organisation skills and the ability to put processes in place that are streamlined and structured.

The ideal candidate will:

• Live our school values and encourage all to flourish
• Have previous line management experience and will thrive in a busy office environment where competing priorities are the norm
• Have excellent written and communication skills
• Show initiative and independence while working collaboratively
• Proficient in using IT systems and software packages, and emails
• Experience of the education sector
• Willingness to undergo training, embrace lifelong learning and be eager to gain new experiences
• Kind and flexible team player

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace.