Office Manager
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Posted on:
08-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
- Sproughton CE Primary School
- Address: Sproughton Ipswich Suffolk IP8 3BB
- Salary: 28142 - 33699 pro rata
- Hours: 32.5 hours per week 39 weeks per year term time only
- Contract: Permanent immediate start where possible or to start 5 January 2026
- Reference: 8057
Sproughton CE Primary School are seeking a highly organised and friendly Office Managerto join our dedicated team. As the first point of contact for parents pupils staff and visitors you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school office. This is a varied and rewarding role requiring excellent communication skills attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment. You will demonstrate professionalism discretion and a commitment to maintaining the welcoming ethos of our school where every child and family is valued.
As the Office Manager you will:
- be responsible for overseeing the daily administrative operations of the school
- ensure efficient communication and record-keeping
- provide support for staff pupils and parents
- oversee office systems site staff and communications
- manage orders and supplies
- be responsible for health safety buildings and premises and maintaining accurate records relating to safeguarding personnel and compliance.
The role supports the Headteacher and staff in maintaining the highest standards of teaching and learning in an efficient safe and welcoming school environment.
You will need to:
- have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to multitask effectively in a busy environment
- have a positive solution-focused attitude with resilience kindness and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- have strong organisational skills and attention to detail to ensure the smooth running of school administration
- have a professional and approachable manner when dealing with staff pupils parents and visitors
- be committed to supporting the schools Christian ethos and being a role model who helps pupils to let their light shine.
About us
Sproughton C of E Primary School is a welcoming village school set in a beautiful location on the outskirts of Ipswich with 103 enthusiastic and curious learners. Our children are eager to learn and a joy to support and our families are actively involved in every aspect of school life.
Sproughton is a truly special place to work and belong; small enough to feel like a family yet part of something much bigger. As a proud member of the St Edmundsbury and Ipswich Multi Academy Trust we benefit from strong collaboration professional development opportunities and shared expertise across 21 local primary schools.
We warmly invite you to visit and experience first-hand the friendly atmosphere strong sense of teamwork and professional support that make Sproughton an exceptional place to work and grow.
We can offer you:
- A friendly happy and forward-thinking school where staff well-being and professional pride go hand in hand.
- A key role at the heart of our school community where your organisational skills and initiative will make a real difference every day.
- Pupils who are eager to learn and a joy to support with families who are engaged and appreciative.
- A positive supportive and collaborative staff team who value teamwork and clear communication.
- A well-structured efficient office environment with established systems and opportunities to develop them further.
- Excellent professional development relevant training and career progression opportunities within the St Edmundsbury and Ipswich Multi Academy Trust.
For more information
To find out more and arrange a visit to the school please contact Jane Stalham Headteacher by calling or by emailing.
How to apply
Please request an application pack by contacting Lara Wimpress by emailing.
Completed applications to be returned by email to .
Closing date: 12pm 28 November 2025.
Interview date: 3 December 2025.
Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Office Manager Experience
- Microsoft Office
- Management Experience
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Office Experience
- Dental Office Experience
- Payroll
- Administrative Experience
- Eaglesoft
- Human Resources
- Bookkeeping
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