School Office Manager *Immediate Start - Middlesbrough*

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Office Manager for a school in Middlesbrough. The role involves leading the school office, managing admissions and HR, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have a strong administrative background, excellent organizational skills, and be available immediately. Competitive salary and potential for permanent placement are offered.

Benefits

29 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development and training opportunities

Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in educational administration preferred.
• Immediately available or short notice (Enhanced DBS required).

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 and compliance.
• Handle finance tasks such as invoices and petty cash.
• Supervise and develop admin staff.

Skills

Strong background in administration or office management

Excellent organisational and communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Calm under pressure

Tools

MIS systems (Arbor, Every)

Job description

🌟 School Office Manager - Immediate Start - Middlesbrough

📍 Location: Middlesbrough, free parking • 💼 Full-Time | Whole Year | Initial Temp Contract - Potential to become Perm • 💰 Salary: £28,598 - £30,024 • 🕒 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm or 8:30am-4:30pm • 📅 Start Date: ASAP, urgent! • 📋 Reporting to: Senior Leadership Team

🌟 Are you an experienced Office Manager or School Office Professional ready to step up?

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.

This is a varied and rewarding position where you'll be at the heart of school operations-supporting staff, pupils, and parents while ensuring the highest standards of organisation, compliance, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• 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:

• 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:

• 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

🌱 Why You'll Love This Role

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a busy, friendly school environment
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative colleagues
• Competitive salary and long-term stability
• Excellent experience for candidates seeking progression in education administration

Benefits for permanent employees:

• 29 days holiday + bank holidays
• A 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! Please note, due to the high volume of applications we are unable to provide individual feedback. If you are not contacted within 3 business days of sending your CV, please assume you have not been successful at this time.

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

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