School Office Manager

Veritas Education Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Primary School Office Manager to ensure the smooth running of the school office. The candidate should have experience in a school environment, excellent communication, and organisational skills. This maternity cover position offers a full-time role with defined start and end dates, ideal for those looking for a fixed-term opportunity.

Benefits

Supportive school community

Opportunity to make a real difference

Fixed-term opportunity

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school office is strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• A proactive, positive, and professional approach required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of the school office.
• Support leadership, staff, pupils, and parents with professionalism.
• Manage office systems and answer inquiries.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Proactive approach

Job description

Overview

Primary School Office Manager

Veritas Education are delighted to be exclusively managing the recruitment for a Primary School Office Manager role.

Location: Primary School (details provided upon application)

Start Date: October 2025

Contract: Maternity Cover - October 2025 to July 2026

Grade: 8

Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, 37.5 hours per week

About the Role: We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Office Manager with strong experience working in a school office environment. You will play a central role in ensuring the smooth running of the school office, supporting leadership, staff, pupils, and parents with professionalism and efficiency.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience working in a school office is strongly preferred
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment
• Confident in the use of office systems and Microsoft applications
• A proactive, positive, and professional approach

Why Apply

• Be part of a supportive and welcoming school community
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the day-to-day running of the school
• A rewarding role with a clear start and end date, ideal for those seeking a fixed-term opportunity

Application Process

This role is being recruited exclusively by Veritas Education. All applications and enquiries must be sent directly to:

Ben Tsui - (url removed)

Application Requirements for Veritas Education

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'