Office Manager – Primary School

About the role

Academics Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a friendly primary school in Chatham for an experienced Office Manager. The role involves overseeing the school’s administrative functions and supporting the Headteacher, senior leadership, staff, parents and visitors.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day operations of the school office and lead the administrative team.
• Oversee pupil admissions, attendance records and maintain accurate school data.
• Handle communications with parents, staff, governors and external agencies.
• Support finance administration, including purchase orders, invoices and budget monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, GDPR and school policies.
• Coordinate meetings, school events and produce reports using the school management system.

Required profile

• Previous experience as an Office Manager, School Administrator or Senior Administrator in a school setting.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy office environment.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, GDPR and school administrative procedures.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Required skills

• Experience with school management systems such as SIMS.
• Familiarity with Arbor.
• Knowledge of Bromcom.

What we offer

• Permanent, full‑time position within a welcoming primary school.
• Competitive salary of £25,000‑£32,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
• Supportive leadership team and positive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Ongoing recruitment support from Academics Ltd.