Join Danecourt School as our Office Manager Organise. Lead. Support – where great administration powers great education
Hours: 37 hours per week (8:30–4:30 Mon–Thurs; 8:30–4:00 Fri) Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks per year (term-time only considered for the right candidate)
Are you an experienced Office Manager ready to take the next step in your career? This is a rare opportunity to join Danecourt School, part of the Maritime Academy Trust, at an exciting stage of growth. With future development in the pipeline, we’re looking for a skilled and ambitious professional who can lead our busy office now — and grow into a wider role with greater responsibility over time.
About the Role
You will oversee all aspects of school administration, ensuring efficiency, professionalism, and excellent service. From managing systems, staff and processes to supporting leadership with key priorities, you’ll play a central role in keeping our school running smoothly.
Key duties include:
* Leading and line managing the admin team
* Overseeing office systems, attendance, and parent communications
* Supporting HR, recruitment and compliance (including the SCR)
* Managing the website and contributing to marketing
* Ensuring clear communication with staff, families, and external partners
* Providing high-quality admin support to the Headteacher and SLT
Who You Are
We’re seeking someone who is:
* Experienced as an Office Manager (ideally in a school)
* Skilled at leading people and driving improvements
* Organised, proactive, and able to juggle a busy workload
* A confident communicator with strong IT and written skills
* Committed to safeguarding, compliance, and high standards of practice
What We Offer
At Danecourt, we pride ourselves on being warm, supportive, and forward-thinking. As part of Maritime Academy Trust, you’ll have access to meaningful career development, collaborative working, and the opportunity to make a direct difference in the lives of children with SEND.
* A supportive, team-based culture where admin, teaching, and leadership work side by side
* A role with visible impact — every system you improve and every process you lead supports children’s education, families’ experiences, and staff wellbeing
* Development pathways through our “grow our own” approach and specialist roles and regular CPD, including weekly training for support staff
* A school proud to be the Winner of the Medway Parents and Carers Forum SEND Award (Primary Special School Provision)
* Local Government Pension Scheme & national terms and conditions
* A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
Ready to Make a Difference?
We’d love to welcome you for a visit — come and see what makes Danecourt so special. Please contact the school office on 01634 232589 to arrange.
Apply now via My New Term — we may interview and appoint as applications are received, so don’t delay!
Danecourt School and Maritime Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity, striving to build a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS and online checks in line with safeguarding guidance.
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