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Office Manager

Teaching Personnel

Birmingham

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

25 days ago

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Job summary

An established educational institution is looking for a proactive Office Manager to oversee its administrative operations. This role is perfect for someone with strong leadership skills and a knack for organization, who will ensure that the school office runs smoothly and efficiently. You will be the key point of contact for staff and parents, coordinating HR tasks and financial administration while ensuring compliance with school policies. Join a supportive team that values professional development and offers a term-time working pattern for an excellent work-life balance. If you're ready to make a difference in a vibrant school environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Supportive leadership team
Opportunities for professional development
Term-time working pattern

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in office management, ideally in an educational context.
  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily school office operations and administrative functions.
  • Manage and support a team of administrative staff.

Skills

Leadership skills
Organisational skills
Communication skills
Multitasking abilities
Interpersonal skills
Understanding of safeguarding

Education

Experience in office management
Qualifications in administration

Tools

Microsoft Office
SIMS or Arbor

Job description

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Office Manager to lead the administrative operations of a well-established school. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator to take on a leadership role within a supportive and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Overseeing the daily running of the school office, ensuring all administrative functions operate efficiently.

  • Managing a team of administrative staff, providing leadership, guidance, and support.

  • Acting as the main point of contact for staff, parents, and external agencies, ensuring excellent communication at all levels.

  • Coordinating HR-related tasks, including staff absence tracking and recruitment administration.

  • Ensuring compliance with school policies, safeguarding requirements, and GDPR regulations.

  • Overseeing financial administration, including budget monitoring, procurement, and invoicing.

  • Supporting the wider school community by assisting with events and initiatives as required.

Qualifications:
  • Previous experience in office management, preferably within an educational setting.

  • Strong leadership and team management skills.

  • Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.

  • Proficiency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office and school-specific software (e.g., SIMS or Arbor).

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

  • A solid understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality in a school environment.

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience.

  • A supportive leadership team and a positive working environment.

  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

  • Term-time working pattern, offering a strong work-life balance.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in the smooth running of a busy school. If you have the skills and experience to excel in this position, we would love to hear from you.

Apply with a copy of your CV and a member of the PWR team will reach out to discuss further details.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'.

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