School Office Manager

Reed; Buxton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution near Buxton is seeking an experienced School Office Manager to oversee finances, support HR processes, and manage office operations. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a school office or similar role and strong organisational skills. This temporary to permanent position offers a pay range of £23 - £25 per hour, with working hours from Monday to Friday. Background checks are required for successful candidates.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school office or finance role required.
• Strong knowledge of finance and HR processes is essential.
• Excellent organisational skills and leadership experience necessary.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is a must.
• Familiarity with SIMS will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee school finances and manage payments.
• Support recruitment processes and maintain staff records.
• Assist with budget planning and expenditure monitoring.
• Lead and manage office staff for smooth operations.
• Handle correspondence and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Previous experience in a school office or similar administrative/finance role

Strong knowledge of finance and HR processes

Excellent organisational and leadership skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Experience with school management systems (SIMS)

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Tools

Microsoft Office

School management systems (e.g., SIMS)

Job description

School Office Manager

A School based on the outskirts of Buxton are looking for someone to start ASAP.

Job Title: School Office Manager

Location: Taddington/Buxton

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Pay: £23 - £25 per hour depending on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30 - 15:30

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

The school are looking for an experienced and highly organised School Office Manager to join the school office in Taddington. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a varied role and enjoys working in an educational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Finance: Oversee school finances, process invoices, manage payments and assist with financial reporting.
• HR: Support recruitment processes, maintain staff records and ensure compliance with HR policies.
• Budgeting: Assist with budget planning and monitoring expenditure.
• Office Management: Lead and manage office staff, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Administration: Handle correspondence, maintain accurate records and provide general administrative support to senior leadership.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a school office or similar administrative/finance role.
• Strong knowledge of finance and HR processes.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and school management systems (SIMS experience desirable).
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Due to this job being within a school, extensive background checks will be completed on the appointed person. If successful you will have an enhanced DBS check carried, or you will need to be on the Update service.

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