School Office Manager *Immediate Start - Middlesbrough

Office Angels; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a School Office Manager in Middlesbrough. This full-time position requires someone organized to manage school office operations, including admissions, HR tasks, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have administrative experience, especially in education, and must be available immediately. Benefits include 29 days holiday and access to wellbeing services.

Benefits

29 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Must have strong administration or office management experience, preferably in education.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with digital systems are required.
• Must be calm, discreet, and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Immediate availability is a must (Enhanced DBS required).

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the school office and reception.
• Manage admissions, attendance, and pupil communications.
• Oversee HR tasks including recruitment and onboarding.
• Handle financial operations like invoicing and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and safeguarding policies.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Calm under pressure

Education

Strong background in administration or office management

Tools

MIS systems (Arbor, SIMS)

Job description

School Office Manager – Middlesbrough

Location: Middlesbrough, free parking. Full‑time, whole year. Initial temporary contract with potential to become permanent. Salary £28,598–£30,024. Hours: Monday‑Friday 8:00am‑4:00pm or 8:30am‑4:30pm. Start date: ASAP. Reporting to: Senior Leadership Team.

We’re seeking a confident, organised, and proactive individual to lead the front office of a thriving school in the Middlesbrough area. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact within a welcoming and supportive educational environment. Due to urgency of this role you must be available immediately.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day‑to‑day running of the school office and reception.
• Manage admissions, attendance, pupil records, and family communications.
• Oversee HR administration including recruitment, onboarding, DBS checks, and compliance.
• Handle finance tasks such as invoices, petty cash, trip payments, and reconciliations.
• Maintain MIS systems (Arbor, Every) and the Single Central Record.
• Support the SLT with reports, correspondence, and event coordination.
• Ensure GDPR, safeguarding, and health & safety compliance.
• Supervise and develop admin staff, including training and mentoring.
• Support with EHCPs, SEND funding, and alternative provision placements.
• Coordinate service contracts, licences, insurance, and facilities management.
• Lead on census submissions, policy compliance, and data reporting.
• Provide guidance on admin systems and school events (e.g. parent evenings).
• Monitor office expenditure and ensure adequate resources are available.
• Record and manage staff contracts, attendance, absence, and CPD.
• Support procurement, sponsorship, and funding opportunities.
• Contribute to facilities management, lettings and income tracking.
• Support budget planning, monitoring and evaluation.
• Foster strong relationships with staff, families, governors and external agencies.
• Ensure a welcoming and professional reception for all visitors.

Essential Qualifications

• Strong background in administration or office management (education experience preferred).
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using digital systems.
• Calm, professional and discreet under pressure.
• Immediately available or available at short notice (Enhanced DBS required).

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience within a school or multi‑site organisation.
• Familiarity with MIS systems such as Arbor or SIMS.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Understanding of school compliance, HR or finance processes.

Benefits

• 29 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Passionate and supportive leadership team.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Access to wellbeing services (counselling, GP, mindfulness).
• Local Government Pension Scheme (17.5% employer contribution).
• Employment under NJC Green Book terms.
• A culture that listens, learns, and grows together.

If you are available immediately and have the relevant skills, apply today!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.