Job Description:

School Office Manager

School Office Manager – Primary School

Location: Ealing, West London
Salary: £40,000 per annum (or equivalent daily rate)
Start Date: September
Contract: Full-time | Long-term contract with the opportunity to become permanent (Temp-to-Perm)

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a friendly and welcoming primary school in Ealing that is seeking an experienced School Office Manager to join their team from September.

This is a full-time opportunity, ideal for an organised, proactive, and experienced school administrator looking for a long-term role with the potential to secure a permanent position.

As the School Office Manager, you will play a key role in the smooth running of the school's administrative functions, leading the office team and acting as the first point of contact for parents, staff, visitors, and external agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the busy school office.

• Manage and support the administrative team.

• Act as the first point of contact for parents, pupils, visitors, and external professionals.

• Manage attendance, admissions, pupil records, and general school administration.

• Support the Senior Leadership Team with operational and administrative tasks.

• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, GDPR, and school policies.

• Maintain efficient office systems and contribute to the smooth running of the school.

About You

• Previous experience working as a School Office Manager or in a senior school administration role.

• Experience within a primary school setting is desirable.

• Knowledge of school management systems such as Arbor, SIMS, or Bromcom.

• Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills.

• A professional, approachable, and flexible attitude with the ability to work effectively in a busy school environment.

What's on Offer

• £40,000 per annum (or competitive daily rate for temporary candidates).

• Full-time position, Monday to Friday.

• September start.

• Long-term contract with the opportunity to become permanent.

• Supportive leadership team and welcoming school community.

• The chance to make a real impact in a thriving primary school.

An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one) will be required, along with satisfactory references.

If you're an experienced School Office Manager looking for your next opportunity in a supportive primary school, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.