School Office Manager – Primary School

About the role

This position offers an immediate start as the Office Manager for a welcoming primary school. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents and external agencies while ensuring the smooth operation of daily administrative tasks.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the day‑to‑day running of the school office and maintain efficient administrative systems.
• Provide a professional, friendly reception for visitors, parents and agencies.
• Oversee financial administration, record keeping and payment processing.
• Manage school communications, including email handling and general enquiries.
• Coordinate admissions, attendance monitoring and pupil enrolment processes.
• Organise school events, maintain office supplies and resources.
• Support the Senior Leadership Team with administrative tasks and staff training coordination.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, GDPR and health & safety policies.
• Assist with newsletters, website updates and other school communications.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a school office, preferably in an Office Manager or senior administrative role.
• Excellent organisational abilities with the capacity to prioritise a varied workload.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, approachable manner.
• Proactive attitude, capable of working independently and solving problems.
• Familiarity with school management systems is advantageous.

Required skills

What we offer

• Permanent, full‑time contract with a competitive salary of £27,000‑£35,000 per year.
• Supportive and friendly primary school environment.
• Immediate start and the chance to make a real impact within a busy school office.