School Office Manager - Welcoming Admin Leader

St Mary's Catholic Primary School; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Newcastle-under-Lyme is seeking an experienced Office Manager to run the reception and provide administrative support to the school. You will maintain records, coordinate pupil admissions, manage staff details and facilitate communication with parents and visitors.

The successful candidate will be proactive, well-organised and able to work independently as part of a team, with strong IT skills and a friendly, professional approach to safeguarding and daily

Qualifications

• Experience in school office administration or similar environment.
• Proficient IT literacy and experience with school information systems.
• Strong communication and safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operation of the school reception and office.
• Maintain manual and computerised records for pupils and staff.
• Coordinate admissions, attendance, and building entry procedures.
• Provide administrative support to staff and leadership, including letters and IT tasks.
• Lead and manage non-teaching administrative staff and volunteer helpers.

Job description

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School in Newcastle-under-Lyme is seeking an experienced Office Manager to run the reception and provide administrative support to the school. You will maintain records, coordinate pupil admissions, manage staff details and facilitate communication with parents and visitors.

The successful candidate will be proactive, well-organised and able to work independently as part of a team, with strong IT skills and a friendly, professional approach to safeguarding and daily