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School Office Manager

Philosophy Education

London

On-site

GBP 100,000 - 125,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated School Office Manager. This full-time position is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of the school’s administrative functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in school administration, managing communications among staff, students, and parents while fostering an inclusive environment for all. With a commitment to diversity and support, this role offers a chance to contribute to a vibrant school community that values each student's unique path. If you are ready to take on a leadership role in a supportive and dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development
Supportive Leadership Team
Positive School Environment
Opportunities for Progression

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in managing a school office or as a senior school administrator.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

  • Manage administrative support for senior management and ensure effective communication.
  • Lead on facility lettings and assist with school events and functions.

Skills

Administrative Management
Communication Skills
Organizational Skills
Experience with Learning Difficulties

Education

Experience in School Administration

Job description

  • School office manager
  • Secondary school
  • Full-time
  • Immediate start
  • On going contract

A large co-educational secondary school and sixth form in Southwark are seeking a new school office manager to join them ASAP.

The role would suit an individual with previous experience in running a large school office or an experienced school administrator looking for a more senior position.

The Role

In this role you will manage the full range of administrative support to the Head and Senior Managers, ensuring continuity is maintained between staff, pupils, Governors, parents, carers, professionals, volunteers and visitors. Under the direction of the school business manager, the post holder will be responsible for managing processes in the school and liaising with the SLT team.

The Schools Office Manager will actively embrace the schools core principles to ensure an inclusive and positive environment for our pupils with learning difficulties and disabilities.

The Schools Office Manager will liaise with senior managers, OHCAT Shared services teams, school staff, pupils, Governors, parents, carers, professionals, volunteers and visitors to maintain the high standards of the school. Lead on the Lettings of the facilities and assist with preparations for school events, projects and functions.

If you are an experienced School Administrator looking for a new position, please apply ASAP with an up to date CV.

The School

This popular, inclusive secondary school is based in the Dulwich area of Southwark. The school is part of a wider trust and benefits from a dedicated leadership team who have created a positive and truly supportive school environment for both staff and students. The school celebrates diversity and supports students to become confident and considerate members of the community. There are high expectations and each child has the chance to forge their own pathway based on their own skills, talents and ambitions. The school is located on a large site and benefits from a modern school building with up-to-date teaching facilities. There is a wide range of CPD training available for all staff and real prospects for progression across the wider trust.

If you are an experienced school office manager seeking a full-time position, please apply immediately with an up to date CV.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Philosophy Education is a Recruitment Business and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.

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