School Office Manager

St James' CofE Academy; England; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St James’ CE Academy is seeking an experienced Office Manager to lead day-to-day office operations with confidence and organisation. You will implement streamlined processes, oversee administrative tasks, and support staff in a busy school environment.

The ideal candidate will have line management experience, strong IT skills, and excellent written and verbal communication. A proactive, independent, team-focused approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience of line management in a busy office.
• Proficient in IT systems and emails.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised with ability to implement processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day office operations to support school functions.
• Line manage office staff and coordinate administrative tasks.
• Coordinate IT systems, emails and related software.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication with colleagues.

Skills

Line management

IT systems proficiency

Excellent communication

Organisation

Team player

Independent working

Job description

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.