Office Manager
We are seeking an organised, proactive, and highly skilled Office Manager to lead and oversee the smooth running of our school office. In this role, you will provide high-level administrative and financial support that ensures the school operates efficiently and warmly welcomes children, families, staff, and visitors. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy environment, enjoys solving problems, and takes pride in delivering exceptional service. You will work closely with the Headteacher, staff, families, and the Flying High Partnership Central Team, contributing to the wider life, culture, and continued improvement of the school.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver a wide range of complex administrative tasks, including sensitive correspondence, financial documentation, and accurate data management.
* Lead and coordinate the work of administrative colleagues, ensuring a calm, efficient and positive office environment.
* Maintain and improve systems and processes to support effective school operations.
* Lead on financial administration, including ordering, account reconciliation, budget monitoring and cash handling.
* Organise school events, visits and activities, managing logistics, communication and associated finances.
* Provide professional secretarial support for meetings (SLT, governors, committees), including preparing agendas and taking accurate minutes.
* Offer confident, informed advice to parents, staff and external partners on school processes and policies.
* Uphold safeguarding responsibilities at all times and engage in regular safeguarding training.
* Maintain confidentiality, accuracy and high professional standards.
* Contribute positively to the culture, values and wider life of the school and the Flying High Partnership.
We Can Offer You
* A warm, welcoming and supportive team that values collaboration and wellbeing.
* High-quality professional development at every stage of your career.
* A culture of continual improvement, innovation and shared best practice.
* Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (counselling, financial, legal support).
* A fantastic working environment where children are at the heart of every decision.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
* Has experience in a senior administrative role (education experience is beneficial).
* Is highly organised, proactive and able to prioritise confidently in a fast‑paced environment.
* Remains calm under pressure, with children at the heart of their daily decisions.
* Is confident using IT systems including Outlook, MS Office and administrative databases.
* Demonstrates professionalism, accuracy and confidentiality.
* Can problem‑solve independently and work effectively as part of a team.
* Builds strong, positive relationships with staff, families and external partners.
* Approaches challenges with positivity, resilience and solution‑focused thinking.
* Understands and models the values of the Flying High Partnership.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all applicants.
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