Location: St Bede’s Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Consett Road, Lanchester, Durham, DH7 0RD
Grade: Grade F SCP 14-19 (£29,540 - £32,061)
Hours: Full time, Term Time plus 10 days, Permanent
Required from: ASAP
St Bede’s Catholic School and Sixth Form College are proud to be part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, a family of secondary, middle, primary and first schools in Durham, Gateshead, Northumberland and Sunderland. Bishop Wilkinson is the largest catholic education trust in the North East of England, which will have a total of 48 schools. This is an exciting time to join our supportive and growing team.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Office Manager to lead our main office team at St Bede’s Catholic School and Sixth Form College. This role is vital in the day-to-day running of the school, providing effective administrative leadership and ensuring the smooth operation of office systems. You will manage the school office team and act as a key point of contact for staff, students, parents, and external agencies, reporting to the School Operations Manager.
The successful candidate will have:
* Proven experience in office management or senior administration (education sector desirable).
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
* Strong IT skills and experience with management information systems.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* The ability to work calmly and effectively in a busy school environment.
* A professional, approachable, and confidential manner.
We provide:
* Excellent care and support for all staff
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing opportunities for professional development
* A positive and stimulating school climate which values the contribution of all staff
St. Bede’s is a highly successful, oversubscribed school, located within easy travelling distance of Durham, Newcastle and Sunderland.
How to Apply:
To complete an online application form please click the 'Apply Now' button.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 16th February 2026
Shortlisting: w/c 16th February 2026
Interviews to be held shortly after.
The Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an enhanced DBS check. An online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.