School Office Manager

Kedleston Group Limited; Southam CP; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an independent specialist primary school as a School Office Manager. In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of the school office, ensuring a professional environment while managing administrative, financial, and organisational processes. Your leadership will help foster a positive school culture, supporting both staff and students. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including professional development opportunities and a friendly, passionate team committed to making a difference in the lives of young people. If you're organised, proactive, and ready to contribute to a supportive educational environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Pension contributions

Refer-a-friend bonus

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on various services

Employee assistance program

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Strong administrative and communication skills are essential.
• Experience in managing school office operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the school office and oversee administrative processes.
• Line manage staff and ensure smooth office functions.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

IT and Financial Systems

Job description

Thank you for your interest in joining our team.

We have a number of vacancies in our establishments around the UK. Please apply for these positions through the relevant listing.

You will need to apply using one of our application forms:

Interested in more information about one of our vacancies?

Contact Information: [e-mail]

Location: Southam

Salary: £29,951.00-£34,727.00 per year

Closing Date: No Closing Date Stated

Job Type: permanent

Setting: Arc School Napton

We are seeking an organised, proactive, and friendly School Office Manager to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative and communication skills, as well as a passion for supporting a positive school environment.

You will be responsible for managing the daily operations of the school office, overseeing administrative, financial, and organisational processes, while maintaining confidentiality. The role includes line managing staff, ensuring smooth office functions, and assisting in the planning of support services.

Key Duties:

• Organisation: Oversee school office operations, assist with event and trip planning, manage visitor entry and safety, and support staff in maintaining a professional office environment.
• Leadership: Line manage staff, conduct performance reviews, train and develop staff, and promote the school's vision and values in all decisions.
• Administration: Manage records, prepare reports, support the governing board and staff, handle communication (emails, forms, post), and manage attendance records.
• Resource Management: Order supplies, manage IT and financial systems, assist with budgeting, procurement, and marketing, and ensure proper management of school contracts, licences, and insurance.
• Compliance: Oversee recruitment administration, ensure data protection compliance, and safeguard children's welfare according to school policies.

The role involves additional duties as assigned by the headteacher, contributing to a well-managed, efficient school office environment.

Why work for us?

• a competitive salary and generous annual leave entitlement
• a comprehensive induction programme so you can hit the ground running
• continued professional development and training
• contributions to your pension
• a friendly, passionate team committed to getting the best outcomes for our young people

Benefits include:

• £500 refer-a-friend bonus
• life assurance/death in service 2 x salary
• cycle to work scheme and laptop loans
• discounts on cinema trips, electronics, fashion, home and garden, travel, groceries, gifts, utilities, health and fitness
• birthday treats
• long service and employee of the month awards
• employee assistance and counselling service, wellbeing support and advice

About us:

Arc School Napton, part of Kedleston Group, is an independent specialist primary school in Napton, for children and young people aged between the ages of 5 and 11. We provide a safe learning environment for children and young people with educational and social needs which are associated with the challenges of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), attachment disorder (AD), autism (ASC), dyslexia and dyspraxia. Some children have social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We look for people to join our staff team who have the creativity and enthusiasm needed to deliver the best outcomes for the children and young people.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.