Details:
- Salary: £36,585 - 40,182 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: N3 Finchley Greater London
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
School Office Manager
1 form entry Primary School, North London
Permanent | Term Time + 4 Weeks
£31,557 - £34,659 actual salary (£36,585 - £40,182 FTE)
Lime Tree Education Search is supporting a well-regarded North London primary school in the appointment of a School Office Manager.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school administrator or office manager seeking a varied and rewarding role within a friendly, community-focused school environment.
The school is known for its welcoming atmosphere, supportive leadership team and strong relationships with pupils, parents and staff. With a small and dedicated team, the successful candidate will play a central role in the daily life of the school and will quickly become a trusted member of the wider community.
The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Headteacher, the School Office Manager will oversee the smooth running of the school's administrative functions and act as a key operational support across a range of areas.
This is a broad and varied position which would suit someone who enjoys responsibility, thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in keeping systems, processes and people working effectively.
You will be involved in:
* Coordinating the day-to-day operation of the school office
* Supporting pupil admissions and maintaining accurate records
* Acting as a key point of contact for parents, staff and external agencies
* Supporting personnel administration and staff onboarding processes
* Assisting with financial administration, purchasing and supplier management
* Maintaining operational records and supporting compliance requirements
* Helping to coordinate school events, communications and wider administrative projects
* Supporting senior leaders with the efficient running of the school
About You
We are keen to hear from candidates who have experience working within a school office and understand the pace and demands of a busy educational environment.
You may currently be working as a:
* School Office Manager
* Senior School Administrator
* School Business Support Officer
* School Administrator
* School Operations Officer
* PA to Headteacher
* Office Manager
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
* Previous experience within a school or academy setting
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills
* Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload
* A professional, approachable and positive manner
* Confidence communicating with a wide range of stakeholders
* Experience using school MIS systems such as Arbor, SIMS or Bromcom
* The ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a wider team
Why Apply?
Opportunities like this do not come around often.
The school offers a genuinely supportive working environment where staff are valued, trusted and encouraged to contribute beyond their job title. The successful candidate will enjoy a highly visible role within a close-knit community and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the day-to-day experience of pupils, families and colleagues.
If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and where your contribution will be genuinely appreciated, we'd love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion or to express your interest, please apply today