School Office Manager Jobs in East of England — Recruitment agencies

School Office Manager | Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Leading administrative excellence in a world-class center of learning. We are seeking a highly organized and dynamic Office Manager to join a leading secondary school in Cambridge . You will be responsible for the smooth operational running of the school’s administrative hub, ensuring that our staff, students, and parents receive an efficient and professional service. The Snapshot Location: Cambridge (Central location with excellent park-and-rid…

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and professional Office Manager to join a busy and welcoming primary school in Barking, starting ASAP. This is a pivotal role for someone who can manage the day-to-day operations of the school office, supporting staff, pupils, and parents while ensuring smooth administrative processes. The school values teamwork, efficiency, and clear communication, and the Office Manager plays a key role in maintaining a professional and well-functioning environmen…

Office Manager - Immediate Start | Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £27,000 - £35,000 FTE (depending on experience) An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced School Office Manager to join a welcoming primary school on a full-time, permanent basis. Our client is looking to appoint someone as soon as possible, with interviews being arranged immediately for suitable candidates. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy school environment and is confident leading the day-to-day operation of a school office. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the school's administrative functions while supporting staff, pupils, parents and senior leaders. The Role As Office Manager, you will: • Lead the daily running of the school office, ensuring efficient administrative systems are in place. • Provide a professional and friendly first point of contact for visitors, parents and external agencies. • Oversee financial administration, maintaining accurate records and processing payments. • Manage the school's main communications, including emails and general enquiries. • Coordinate admissions, attendance monitoring and pupil admissions processes. • Organise school events, manage office resources and maintain supplies. • Provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team and coordinate staff training where required. • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, GDPR and health & safety procedures. • Assist with newsletters, website updates and school communications. About You To be considered, you will ideally have: • Previous experience working in a school office, ideally in an Office Manager or senior administrative role. • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload. • Strong communication skills and a professional, approachable manner. • A proactive attitude with the confidence to work independently and solve problems. • Experience using school management systems would be advantageous. Why Apply? • Permanent, full-time opportunity. • Join a supportive and friendly primary school. • Immediate start available. • Competitive salary based on experience. • Opportunity to make a real impact within a busy school office. This vacancy is attracting a high level of interest, and interviews will be arranged as applications are received. Early applications are strongly encouraged, as the school reserves the right to appoint before the closing date. To be considered, submit your CV today. For further information or to arrange a confidential discussion, contact Carlo Randazzo at Tradewind Recruitment's St Albans office on 01727 236255 or email carlo.randazzo@twrecruitment.com . #INDSA

Office Manager - Primary School - Barnet Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Dependent on experience Office Manager A successful Primary School in the London Borough of Barnet is seeking an experienced and highly organised Office Manager to lead its busy administrative team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys leading a team while ensuring the smooth and efficient running of a busy school office. The successful candidate will oversee all administrative functions and provide vital operational support to the Headteacher, leadership team, staff, parents and pupils. You will manage the administration team, oversee reception services, coordinate admissions, maintain pupil records and ensure all school communications are handled professionally. The role includes organising meetings, managing diaries, preparing reports and maintaining confidential records while ensuring office procedures are consistently followed. Working closely with the Headteacher and School Business Manager, you will assist with HR administration, support finance processes, monitor office budgets and identify opportunities to improve systems and administrative efficiency across the school. You will also coordinate educational visits, whole-school events, parent communications and wider administrative projects while ensuring compliance with safeguarding, GDPR and school policies. The successful candidate will possess outstanding organisational and leadership skills, excellent communication abilities and previous experience managing a busy administrative function within a school or similar environment. School Information This is a well-established Primary School with a strong commitment to providing an inclusive, nurturing and inspiring learning environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The school has a welcoming community where strong relationships between staff, pupils and families contribute to a positive and supportive atmosphere. Children are enthusiastic learners who enjoy coming to school and demonstrate excellent behaviour and attitudes towards learning. Staff benefit from supportive leadership, collaborative working relationships, excellent professional development opportunities and a culture where wellbeing is valued. Requirements • Previous Office Manager or Senior Administrator experience • Excellent organisational and leadership skills • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities • High level of IT proficiency • Previous school administration experience desirable • Ability to manage competing priorities effectively • Professional, approachable and proactive manner Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.