School Office Manager

ASPIRE PEOPLE LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a School Office Manager for permanent positions in Redbridge. The successful candidate will have key responsibilities in managing school administration and operational services, supporting financial planning, and leading HR administration. Previous experience in a school office environment or strong administrative leadership is essential. This role offers a chance to progress your career in a supportive school environment, ensuring effective operations and compliance in day-to-day functions.

Benefits

Access to exclusive permanent opportunities

Expert guidance from consultants

Full application support

Career development support

Qualifications

• Experience in a school office environment is highly desirable.
• Strong administrative leadership experience is acceptable.
• Ability to manage school operations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to financial planning and budgeting.
• Lead HR administration and recruitment coordination.
• Oversee operational services and compliance.
• Support strategic planning with senior leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Financial planning

HR administration

Compliance monitoring

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Bromcom

Job description

School Office Manager - Permanent Positions - April & September 2026 - Primary & Secondary

Redbridge

Are you an experienced School Office Manager ready to progress your career, or a senior administrator seeking a fresh and rewarding challenge within education? Aspire People are recruiting for permanent School Office Manager positions across Redbridge, with start dates available in April and September 2026.

We are seeking dynamic, highly organised, and forward-thinking professionals to lead and develop school administrative and operational functions. Previous experience within a school office environment is highly desirable, particularly for candidates confident using SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom. However, applications are also welcomed from individuals with strong administrative leadership experience in a comparable environment who are keen to transfer their skills into education.

These are pivotal, long-term roles for proactive operational leads who can manage all aspects of school administration, from front-of-house and secretarial support to reprographics and site services, ensuring schools operate efficiently on a day-to-day basis.

School Office Manager - Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to financial planning, including budgeting, expenditure monitoring, and procurement
• Lead on HR administration, recruitment coordination, and ongoing staff support
• Oversee operational services, ensuring full compliance with health & safety and statutory requirements
• Work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to support strategic and long-term planning
• Ensure staffing, systems, and resources are used effectively to create a positive and well-managed environment for pupils

School Office Manager - Why Register with Aspire People?

• Access to exclusive permanent opportunities within schools
• Expert guidance from specialist education consultants
• Full support throughout the application, interview, and onboarding process
• Honest career advice and long-term career development support
• A trusted education recruitment agency with a strong reputation across the sector

School Office Manager - Apply Now

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and secure a permanent position within a supportive school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Register with Natalie at Aspire People today to discuss current opportunities and take the next step in your education career.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.