Office Manager

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a confident, enthusiastic, and highly organised Office Manager to lead our administrative team and support the smooth running of the school. This is a key role requiring excellent communication, leadership, and IT skills.

Key Responsibilities

School Administration

• Provide confidential and efficient administrative support


• Maintain high standards in all communications and materials


• Manage incoming calls and direct enquiries appropriately

Reception & Office Management

• Line manage the Receptionist and Administrator


• Oversee office rotas, supplies, and budget


• Ensure a welcoming and professional front-of-house environment

HR & Compliance

• Maintain the Single Central Record (SCR)


• Support recruitment and onboarding processes


• Ensure safeguarding and training records are up to date

Data & Systems

• Manage pupil data in iSAMS and assist with census submissions


• Oversee My School Portal content and calendar coordination

Events & Trips

• Organise school events, photo days, and vaccination clinics


• Manage administration for school trips and offsite visits

Marketing & Communications

• Assist with website updates and termly newsletters


• Support the Parents' Events Committee and internal communications

Leadership Support

• Minute SLT and staff meetings


• Provide ad hoc support to the Senior Leadership Team

Person Specification

Experience

• Proven experience in office administration, ideally in education


• Experience improving or streamlining administrative processes

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organisational and communication skills


• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace


• Friendly, resilient, and proactive


• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Start Date: August 2025

Location: Brentford
Contract Type: Term time + 6 weeks
Hours: 08:30 - 17:30 (1-hour lunch break)
Contract Term: Permanent

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