Office Manager - Reed : Job Details

Office Manager

• Location: Addlestone
• Job Type: Permanent - term time only
• Hours: 36 hrs per week, 40 weeks per year
• Salary: £26,203 to £28,101 pro rata (FTE £29,697 - £31,848)

This Local school are looking for an Office Manager, where you support the aims and strategic direction of the school. This role involves leading and managing the office administrative team to deliver effective and efficient administrative and clerical support, alongside providing excellent and proactive front-line customer service to families and visitors.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Line management, training, and development of designated administrative staff, including reviewing performance and conducting staff appraisals.
• Ensure the smooth and efficient running of the administrative functions within the school.
• Act as a liaison between the Headteacher, Leadership Team, and the wider School Community to ensure that matters are dealt with promptly and effectively.
• Oversight and/or management of pupil-related data within appropriate systems.
• Provide administrative support to teachers and Leadership as required.
• Ensure that visitors and members of the community are greeted and welcomed to the school in a warm and professional manner, in line with safeguarding expectations.
• Assist pupils and staff who come to the school reception throughout the school day.
• Use the school’s communication and IT systems to provide and gather information needed for effective communication and the efficient operation of the school’s office.
• Undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as required and/or any other tasks as reasonably requested by Senior Leadership.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in office management, preferably within an educational setting.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing and developing staff.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in using IT and communication systems.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and handle multiple priorities.
• A commitment to professional growth and development.