Package Description:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and highly organised School Office Manager. Reporting to the Deputy Rector, the School Office Manager is the leader and champion of the School Office team. The postholder’s primary responsibility is to foster a positive, collaborative and high-performing team culture, one where staff feel valued, supported and empowered to deliver exceptional service to pupils, parents and colleagues. Through coaching, mentoring and role-modelling, the Manager will nurture team happiness, professional growth and a sense of shared purpose. Alongside these leadership responsibilities, the Manager ensures the smooth and efficient running of all Reception and Administrative Systems and is willing to undertake key administrative tasks as part of the team.
The successful candidate should have experience of managing employees in a busy office environment. Experience of working in the education sector would be advantageous but not essential.
Salary for the role will be £33, 066 per annum. Hours of work during the school year will be Monday to Friday 8.30am–5.00pm. During the school holidays hours of work are Monday to Friday 9.00am-5.00pm. This is an all year-round position.
Applications
Applications, including the Academy’s Support Staff Application Form, must be completed before 5.00pm on Thursday 11 December 2025. CVs and covering letters are optional. Interviews will take place on Tuesday 16 December 2025.
All appointments at Dollar Academy are subject to receipt of a satisfactory PVG Scheme Record or Scheme Record Update from Disclosure Scotland. The successful candidates will be asked to make a formal application, the cost of which will be borne by the Academy.
About Dollar Academy
Dollar Academy has been a co-educational day and boarding school since its foundation in 1818. Today, it provides an exceptional all-round education to around 1,300 pupils aged 5-18. Our focus is on encouraging the individual talents and ambitions of every young person, in a positive and supportive environment that fosters the development of transferable skills, self-confidence and strong personal values. A belief in developing the whole person is central to the Dollar ethos.
We have been named as the Sunday Times Scottish Independent School of the Year 2024, and as Top Private School in Europe 2025 by Education Insider.
The Academy is very much at the heart of the town – it is a major local employer and values highly its relationship with the wider community. The school itself is a friendly, supportive, hardworking and committed community of staff and pupils who enjoy cordial, professional and productive working relationships.
The school’s location is undoubtedly one of the most scenic in the country, set against the Ochil Hills and the historic Castle Campbell, but within easy reach of the major towns of the Central Belt and just 40 minutes from Edinburgh Airport. The Dollar community is welcoming and vibrant. The whole school sits within a single, stunning 70-acre campus.
Our Values
Work Hard
Hard work leads to success, creativity and innovation. Our pupils and staff demonstrate a strong work ethic, with ambition and excellence being encouraged. We want everyone to strive to be the best they can.
Get Involved
There is a very wide range of subjects and activities on offer at Dollar and teachers work hard to make lessons interesting. Involvement and participation in all aspects of school and community life build confidence and resilience, whilst also allowing our youngsters to try new things and develop their passion.
Be Kind
‘Kindness’ is no trite playground buzzword; it demands an even higher level of behavioural engagement than tolerance or respect. We believe in a positive and generous approach, in collaboration and cooperation, and in leadership that is about compassion and service.