About The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised, and professional Office Manager to join our Academy and lead the delivery of high quality administrative services across the school.
This is a pivotal role where you will oversee reception and administrative teams, ensuring efficient systems, processes, and support services are in place. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide administrative support, coordinate staff induction activities, and help ensure the smooth running of daily school operations.
You will also play a key role in managing first aid provision, supporting health and safety responsibilities, maintaining the school’s website and social media channels, and coordinating school events to ensure they are delivered successfully.
The ideal candidate will be a confident leader with excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
Join us and help create an efficient, welcoming, and professional environment that supports staff, students, and the wider school community.
If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have any queries, please contact info@arkelvinacademy.org.
Benefits
* Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale.
* Twice as many training days as standard.
* Generous pension scheme.
* Access to Ark rewards – a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers
* Interest‑free loans – up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle.
* Gym discounts – offering up to 40%.
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support.
Diversity and inclusion
We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark’s diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on thislink.
Safeguarding statement
Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.
DBS and background check
Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non‑disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment – this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark’s safer recruitment process, please click thislink.
Please note we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
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