Office Manager - Primary School

Description:

School Office Manager
Outstanding Opportunity | 1 Form Entry Primary School | North London
Permanent | Term Time + 4 Weeks
£36,585 - £40,182 FTE

For an exceptional candidate, there may be some flexibility around the salary and working pattern, depending on experience and suitability. 

Lime Tree Education Search is supporting a friendly, community-focused one-form entry primary school in North London with 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 supportive primary school environment.

The school offers a welcoming atmosphere, a supportive leadership team and a genuine sense of community. With a small and dedicated staff team, the successful candidate will play a central role in the daily life of the school and quickly become a trusted member of the wider community.  

Please read before applying To be considered for this role, you must:

Have previous experience working within the administration of a UK school
Have experience using a school Management Information System such as Arbor, SIMS or Bromcom
Already have the Right to Work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available for this role) Unfortunately, applications from candidates without previous school-based administration experience cannot be considered.

The Opportunity
 
Reporting directly to the Headteacher, you'll oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the school office, providing operational support across administration, HR, finance and compliance.  

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.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the school office and administrative function
Oversee admissions and attendance
Support HR administration and safer recruitment
Maintain the Single Central Record and safeguarding compliance
Manage finance administration, purchasing and payroll support
Maintain the school's MIS (Arbor)
Line manage administrative staff
Support governors, parents and external agencies
Continually improve systems and processes to ensure the school operates efficiently About You

This role would suit an experienced School Office Manager, School Business Manager or Senior School Administrator looking for a fresh challenge, or an experienced Senior School Administrator who is ready to step into their first Office Manager position
  
You'll be organised, proactive and approachable, with the confidence to work independently whilst building excellent relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and the wider school community.

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 to join schools like this don't 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 an experienced school administrator looking for a role where you'll genuinely make a difference and become a valued member of a close-knit school community, we'd love to hear from you.
 
Interviews are taking place immediately.

To express your interest or arrange a confidential discussion, please apply today