School Office Manager — Calm, Organized & Supportive

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP access

Training opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Reading Borough Council are seeking an enthusiastic Office Manager for Southcote Primary School in Reading. The role focuses on delivering high-quality administrative support and ensuring smooth day-to-day running of the school office.

You will work with the Executive Headteacher, Head of Operations and leadership team to support pupils, staff, parents and the wider community. The role requires strong organisation, experience in a busy office, and familiarity with MIS such as SIMS, along with

Qualifications

• Experience in busy office environments, ideally in a school setting.
• Familiarity with MIS systems such as SIMS or willingness to train.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate exceptional organisation and manage multiple priorities in a busy school office.
• Communicate warmly and clearly with staff, pupils, parents and external agencies.
• Remain calm during busy mornings and respond sensitively to upset pupils or parents.
• Support and lead office staff, modelling professionalism and teamwork.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and be aware of AI-safeguarding and GDPR requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality and GDPR compliance at all times.
• Contribute to the school’s digital presence, including website updates and social media.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and safeguarding training.

Skills

Administrative experience

MIS (SIMS) experience

Communication skills

Job description

Reading Borough Council are seeking an enthusiastic Office Manager for Southcote Primary School in Reading. The role focuses on delivering high-quality administrative support and ensuring smooth day-to-day running of the school office.

You will work with the Executive Headteacher, Head of Operations and leadership team to support pupils, staff, parents and the wider community. The role requires strong organisation, experience in a busy office, and familiarity with MIS such as SIMS, along with