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Senior/prep office manager | leading independent school

Blackburn
Freelance
Tradewind Recruitment
Office manager
£35,000 - £38,000 a year
Posted: 15h ago
Offer description

Are you a poised, proactive leader ready to be the heartbeat of a prestigious school?

We are seeking a Senior/Prep Office Manager to lead our front-of-house administrative team. This is a vital middle leadership role within a successful, leading independent school, perfect for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses a keen eye for detail.

As the focal point for students, staff, and parents, you will ensure the smooth, consistent daily operations of our Senior and Prep schools. If you are an expert at finding solutions to the unexpected and can lead a team with both confidence and empathy, we want to hear from you.

Your Impact:

Lead & Mentor: You will have full line management responsibility for the front-of-house team, overseeing work allocation, training, and appraisals.

Operational Excellence: You'll maintain and improve office systems, including the introduction of digital archiving and ensuring full GDPR compliance.

Master Communicator: Act as a lead liaison between the Leadership Team and the wider school community, ensuring all notices and communications meet high professional standards.

Project Driver: From managing the pupil coach service to leading facility lettings and assisting with major school events, you will see projects through from start to finish.

What You Bring:

Proven Experience: At least three years in an Office Manager role, with experience in the education sector being highly desirable.

Strategic Thinking: A degree in Business Administration (or equivalent experience) and the ability to interpret data to produce informative reports.

Exceptional Skills: Mastery of Microsoft Office, excellent proof-reading abilities, and the emotional resilience to remain calm under pressure.

Character: A professional, approachable, and flexible nature with an unwavering commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

How to Apply

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