School Office Manager - Lambeth

Randstad Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1:1 CV editing support

DBS application support

Exclusive roles with weekly pay

Dedicated consultant

£300 Refer a Friend voucher

Supportive staff

Onsite parking and transport links

CPD opportunities and career growth

Job summary

Randstad Education in London is seeking an experienced School Office Manager for a forward‑looking primary school in Lambeth. You will line manage the Office Administrator, support volunteer induction, and contribute to school communications and admissions processes.

The role requires strong organisation, excellent communication, and a proactive team approach, with safeguarding and DBS checks as part of the onboarding process.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school environment essential.
• DBS on update service is a must.
• Eligibility to work in the UK is essential (sponsorship not available).
• 2 recent relevant references required.

Responsibilities

• Line manage and be responsible for the effective management and deployment of the Office Administrator.
• Support induction for volunteers, contracted/temporary staff and support lines.
• Participate in training, development, and performance reviews.
• Coordinate content for school publications (newsletters, reports, questionnaires).
• Be responsible for managing admissions in the school.
• Manage and maintain SIMS and manual/information systems.
• Sort and distribute school emails and letters promptly.

Skills

Efficient

Well organised

Flexible

Team player

Excellent communication

Tools

Integris

Job description

\"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.\"

Do you manage and meet deadlines?

Are you used to working with colleagues in other departments?

About the school:

This is a flourishing mixed, non-selective primary school based in Lambeth, admitting students from the ages of 4 to 11. This school offers a rich and stimulating education consisting of a knowledge-rich curriculum, diverse cultural and extracurricular opportunities, and a strong pastoral support system. All children and young people are welcomed in their inclusive community, and all are challenged to be the best they can be.

This role requires you to work from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm, Monday-Friday, as this is a full-time position that starts soon.

The School Office Manager will contribute to the development of a strong, effective school with an emphasis on promoting a culture of educational excellence, within a caring and mutual care, respect which extends beyond the school into the wider community.

Benefits with this role:

• 1:1 Support to edit and improve your CV


• Support with school application support and DBS


• Exclusive roles and Competitive weekly pay


• A dedicated consultant


• £300 shopping voucher as Refer a friend scheme


• Supportive Staff


• Onsite car parking and transport links


• Excellent CPD opportunities and career progression

The successful candidate will have the below responsibilities:

• To line manage and be responsible for the effective management and deployment of the Office Administrator


• To support with the induction process for volunteers, contracted/temporary staff and support lines


• Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required


• Co-ordinating the content for school publications, including: newsletters, reports and questionnaires


• Be responsible for the management of admissions in the school


• Manage and maintain manual and computerised record/information system (SIMS)


• Sort and distribute school emails and letters promptly

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Experience in a school environment - this is essential for the position


• Be efficient, well organised, flexible and an excellent team member


• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written


• Experience of managing administrative systems and procedures (Integris or similar)


• Eligibility to work in the UK is ESSENTIAL (sponsorship is not available with this role)


• DBS on a update service is a must


• 2 recent relevant references

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To this end, both an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a Barred List check are required for this role.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!