Office Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an organised, efficient, and personable Office Manager to lead the day-to-day running of our busy primary school office. As the first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff, and visitors, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming environment and ensuring the smooth operation of administrative systems across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the school office and provide high-quality administrative support to the Headteacher and senior leadership team
• Oversee pupil admissions, attendance, and record-keeping systems
• Act as the first point of contact for enquiries, providing excellent customer service
• Line-manage the Administrative Assistant and coordinate administrative duties
• Support financial processes, including orders, invoicing, and budget monitoring
• Maintain accurate pupil and staff data in line with GDPR requirements
• Coordinate communications with parents and external agencies
• Ensure school systems and policies are followed effectively within the office

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong administrative and organisational skills
• Is confident using IT systems - experience of MS Office, and Arbor would be desirable but training will be given
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Can prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure
• Demonstrates discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Has experience in an educational or office management setting (desirable)

We Offer

• A Salary of £15,088 - £16,632 per annum on OLOL Band 4, SCP 11 - 17
• A friendly and supportive school community
• Opportunities for professional development
• A rewarding role where you will make a real difference
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

This is a permanent role working 23 hours per week, on a term time only basis.

About us

St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a successful primary school located in Mansfield. We are an Ofsted rated Good school.

We are part of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, and we bring together the 36 Catholic Primary and Secondary schools in Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire.

For an informal discussion about the role and our school please contact the the school on 01623 478090. Visits to our school are warmly welcomed.

How to Apply:

Please complete the online application form located on our vacancies page: Vacancies - Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust (ololcatholicmat.co.uk)

Closing date: Monday 29th June at 9.00am

Interview date: To be confirmed

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants.

You do not need to be a catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.

Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are committed to cultivating an equitable working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect and where every individual can fulfil their potential.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.