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Office Manager
37 hours per week, term time plus one week
Salary: Grade G – SCP 23-27 (£34,434-£38,220)
Pro rata £29,485-£32,727
Start date: as soon as possible
Are you an organised, proactive and people-focused professional who enjoys making systems work smoothly and supporting a busy team? We are looking for a highly motivated Office Manager to join our welcoming primary academy and play a key role in the smooth and efficient running of the school.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a varied role where no two days are the same. As Office Manager, you will lead our administrative team and oversee the day-to-day operations of the school office, ensuring that staff, pupils and families receive a high-quality and professional service.
Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will help develop efficient office systems, manage key school information systems, support HR and staffing processes, and ensure that the academy meets its statutory and operational requirements. You will also play an important role in supporting communication with parents and external agencies, contributing to the overall success of the school.
We are looking for someone who:
•Is highly organised with excellent attention to detail
•Has strong administrative and data management skills
•Enjoys working collaboratively and building positive relationships
•Can lead and support a small team effectively
•Is confident using IT systems and managing information
•Is committed to supporting the work and ethos of a primary school
In return, we offer:
•A friendly and supportive working environment
•The opportunity to play a key role in the life of our school community
•A committed and welcoming staff team
•Opportunities for professional development
•The chance to make a real difference to the smooth running of our academy
If you are an enthusiastic and motivated professional who would like to contribute to the continued success of our school, we would love to hear from you.
Safeguarding Statement
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Due to our stringent safeguarding policy, CVs will never be accepted. All posts are contingent on enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.
Employment is conditional on confirmation of the rights to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Closing Date: 26th March 2026 at 9.00 a.m.
Interview Date: 30/31st March 2026
Safeguarding Statement
Lever Edge Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.