Office Manager
Grade 6, SCP 18 - 22. FTE £29,269 - £31,364 (Actual Salary £23,173 - £24,832 )
Work Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 5 days a week, Monday to Friday (option to condense hours into fewer days for the right candidate)
Term time and 5 inset days, plus 1 additional week
Closing Date: Friday 5th July, Interviews 9th July Leigh on Mendip Primary School is a thriving and dynamic educational institution dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for our students. Nestled in the heart of Somerset, our school prides itself on a strong sense of community, academic excellence, and a commitment to the development of each child.
We are seeking a highly motivated and organised Office Manager to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school’s administrative functions. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to the strategic operations of a growing school community.
The successful applicant will: Be able to effectively manage a small team
Have excellent administrative skills and to the ability to adapt to new software applications quicklyHave excellent organisation and time management skills
Have a flexible and positive attitude
Have excellent communication skills
Be a team player
Be able to prioritise effectively and manage a demanding and changeable workload
Be committed to the school's aims and ethos
Previous school experience although welcomed is not necessary as full training will be given.
Personal Attributes: A positive and proactive attitude.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships with staff, parents, and students.Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
Flexibility and adaptability to changing demands and priorities.
There are many advantages to working for us. Included in your actual annual salary is generous annual leave entitlement, access to a local government pension scheme, sick pay scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, free eye tests and employee assistance helpline.