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Are you looking for an opportunity to work in “an ambitious school where pupils and staff are united in the belief that each new day brings endless possibilities?” (Ofsted, Nov 21)
We are seeking to appoint an:
Office Manager
Contract: Permanent, 30 hours
Salary: Grade 8
Start date: Monday 5th January 2026
NOR: 378
JOB OVERVIEW:
St Botolph’s CE Primary School is looking for a passionate, highly skilled and experienced Office Manager to lead our administration team.
The school office manager would be responsible for the overall day to day office management, HR matters and line management of the school office team, supporting the Head teacher, Senior Leadership Team and Governors in the effective running of the school.
We are a popular, growing, vibrant and friendly school. We are a very inclusive school, where everybody is welcome and where children are at the heart of everything we do.
WHY CHOOSE US:
Our school is set in a shared campus in the heart of Shepshed. We moved to our current ‘flagship’ building in February 2022 and have been growing ever since.
We work very closely with the BeSkilled collaborative; a local group of 8 Primary Schools. You will have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced and friendly team and have access to a range of CPD.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
•friendly, well behaved and motivated children
•supportive, friendly, highly trained staff and governors
•an attractive, positive working environment
•a commitment to your own professional development
•a close network of collaborative schools;
THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL:
•Be an experienced practitioner with a strong reputation for efficient office practice
•Be able to work well in a team; be enthusiastic, flexible and adaptable;
•Show good customer service and interpersonal skills;
•Be able to liaise effectively with staff and parents, building excellent relationships with children and their families;
•Use their initiative and be proactive in carrying out their duties;
•Demonstrate the highest regard for Safeguarding and Health and Safety;
•Be willing to undertake professional development.
Candidates wishing to view the school are welcome; please contact the school office to arrange an appointment.
Closing date: 19th November 2025 (11:59pm)
Interviews: Friday 28th November 2025
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates invited for interview will be contacted by phone or email on Thursday 20th November. If you do not hear from us, we would like to thank you for your application, but regret you will not have been successful on this occasion.
Safeguarding Statement
St Botolph’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; identification and Right to Work in the UK will be required; references will be sought, and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check for a regulated activity (including a barred list check) and other relevant checks with statutory bodies.
We comply with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) code of practice and have a written policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, both of which are available on request.
We actively support the government's Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism. We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy which can be viewed in the Policies section of our website.
In addition, the school will also be conducting an online search as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. The purpose of this is to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, the details of which are publicly available online, and to determine a candidates’ suitability to work with children and keep them safe. This check will be undertaken by someone independent from the shortlisting panel and only once shortlisting has taken place. Where any relevant issues are identified by this process the panel will explore this further with you at your interview.
Governors are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from under-represented groups.