Office Manager

Join a Safe and Happy Community at Monkwick Junior School

Are you a passionate individual who can inspire lifelong learners? Do you want to be part of a strong team, built on kindness and respect?

At Monkwick Junior, we are a friendly, ambitious school that is constantly striving to improve what we can offer to both our young people and our community. Our talented staff inspire our students, promoting a positive attitude towards the value and importance of education. We are looking for a dedicated Office Manager to become a vital part of our caring community and help us provide a safe and happy learning environment to every child.

Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can truly thrive.

• The successful candidate will work 37 hours per week

• This is a 39-week-per-year role, which includes term time plus non-pupil days

A Day in the Life:

You'll be responsible for bringing your passion and expertise to the following areas:

• Overall responsibility for all work undertaken by the administrative support staff, to allocate and monitor workloads, and ensure appropriate training for all new office support staff

• Responsible for the identification (where appropriate) and allocation to admin staff of new tasks

• Responsible for the administration in relation to admissions including communication with parents/carers, providing data to Essex County Council

What We're Looking For:
You are the perfect fit for our team if you have:

• Successful experience of administrative work in a busy office environment

• Experience of development, management and operation of administrative systems and ICT packages, including Microsoft Office

• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail

• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a positive and successful way

Why Choose The Sigma Trust?
We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.

Professional Development:

• A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.

• Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.

Employee Benefits:

• A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.

• A Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme for your well-being.

• Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

Commitment to Safeguarding & Diversity

The Sigma Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment processes, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.

The Sigma Trust is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristics. This is embedded in our vision ‘To Be Greater Than The Sum Of Its Parts’, where we believe we are strong and more successful working together, creating a workplace which celebrates diversity.

To Apply:

Ready to take the next step? Find out more about the role and apply by Wednesday 29th July at Midnight via My New Term.

• Interview date: Tuesday 4th August 2026

Nb: Only fully completed application forms will be accepted. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a large number of applications.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advert early should we receive an

overwhelming response. Candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date, so an early application is advised.