School Office Manager: Admin & Community Liaison

Marchant Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment seeks an experienced Office Manager for a busy independent school in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. This full-time, permanent role reports to the Headteacher / School Business Manager and offers a competitive salary in line with the school's support staff structure.

The role focuses on the day-to-day operation of the school office, admissions, pupil administration and financial administration, ensuring a welcoming and professional first point of contact for all stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school or education administration.
• Proven experience in office administration or office management.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the school office.
• Coordinate administrative systems and procedures to ensure the school operates effectively.
• Provide professional administrative support to the Headteacher and senior leadership team.
• Manage incoming correspondence, emails, telephone calls and general enquiries.
• Act as a key point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, visitors and external organisations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date pupil, staff and school records.
• Prepare letters, reports, documents, forms, meeting papers and other school correspondence.
• Manage school calendars, appointments, meetings and administrative deadlines.
• Maintain an organised filing and document management system, including electronic records.
• Ensure confidential information is handled appropriately and securely.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

ISAMS

SIMS

Job description

Marchant Recruitment seeks an experienced Office Manager for a busy independent school in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. This full-time, permanent role reports to the Headteacher / School Business Manager and offers a competitive salary in line with the school's support staff structure.

The role focuses on the day-to-day operation of the school office, admissions, pupil administration and financial administration, ensuring a welcoming and professional first point of contact for all stakeholders.