School Office Manager

The Headteacher and Governors of this popular and very happy school wish to appoint a professional, highly motivated and enthusiastic Office Manager to join our hard\-working and very supportive staff, and to play a pivotal role in our school’s operations.

This role involves overseeing financial operations, managing the daily functions of the school office and site team, and administering personnel support services to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in all aspects of school operations.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in managing and prioritising the flow of work in the school office.


• Experience in school finance management, including budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting, and overseeing budget.


• Strong proficiency in IT\-based management and financial information systems including payroll.


• A working knowledge of HR, with the ability to handle personnel matters effectively and confidentially.


• Excellent people skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with parents, staff, governors, and external stakeholders.


• A proactive and adaptable approach, with strong time management skills to handle multiple responsibilities efficiently and be able to adapt to a variety of situations. While direct experience in education is beneficial, we welcome applicants with transferable skills and a willingness to learn and grow within the role.

What we offer

• A competitive salary and option to join the Local Government Pension scheme


• Professional development opportunities to further enhance your career


• A supportive and collaborative working environment


• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme including access to high street discounts

The successful candidate will:

• Have significant experience of working in administration.


• Have strong organisational skills and attention to detail.


• Be able to work independently and with initiative.


• Be able to prioritise workload and manage deadlines


• Have excellent communication skills


• Have a good working knowledge of Microsoft programmes such as Excel and Word.


• Have a professional manner and be flexible in their approach

Further details can be found on the School’s website, www.stmarysmiddlewich.cheshire.sch.uk

To Apply:

We understand and want to support a healthy work – life balance, we welcome applications from candidates who require flexibility.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and therefore welcome applications from all suitably qualified and experienced people.

Please navigate to the school's website to download the application form.

Pay: £29,541\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Canteen


• Childcare


• Employee discount


• Financial planning services


• Health \& wellbeing programme


• On\-site parking


• Sick pay

Work Location: In person

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