Office Manager

Southgate Primary School is seeking a highly organised proactive and personable Office Manager to their friendly and supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative experience and a passion for helping schools run smoothly. As the first point of contact for many of our parents visitors and staff youll play a vital role in ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of the school office while contributing to the warm and welcoming environment of our schools.

Your Opportunity

In this key role you will lead and support a dedicated office team ensuring the smooth and efficient running of all administrative functions across the schools. From overseeing daily operations and managing financial processes to supporting the Leadership Teams and acting as the first point of contact for parents and visitors this role offers variety responsibility and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. You will be at the heart of the school community promoting a warm professional environment while maintaining excellent communication and the highest standards of confidentiality.

What we are looking for

• Proven experience working in a school office ideally within an educational environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage office staff effectively.
• Excellent planning organisational administrative and finance abilities with a keen eye for detail.
• Confident in using Microsoft Office (Excel Word) with familiarity in school systems such as SIMS or Pupil Asset considered a bonus.
• Clear professional communication skills and a friendly welcoming manner.
• Highly reliable with excellent timekeeping personal integrity and a commitment to confidentiality.
• Able to prioritise workload meet deadlines and remain calm and positive under pressure.
• A team player with a proactive can-do attitude and an understanding of the importance of safeguarding in a school environment.

About Southgate Primary School

Our school sits within a newly establishedcluster of schools overseen by a Regional Director. Along with SouthgatePrimary School our cluster includes the following other schools; Forge WoodPrimary School Kilnwood Vale Primary School Greenway Junior School SalfordsPrimary School Lime Tree Primary School Merstham Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity to workcollaboratively with colleagues across this cluster to share expertise andexperience ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent educationand reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for careerprogression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further yourprofessional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools you will join acommunity of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regularprogression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you togrow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A Multi Academy Trust with over 2000 colleagues and over 17000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect Inclusivity Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offerwhich allows all our colleagues to Grow Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Communitycandidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Salary: GLF Associate 3.FTE

Actual Salary: 20910.76 - 22589.41

Hours: 35hrs Monday to Friday - Term Time Only (39 Weeks)

Closing Date: Friday 10thJuly 2026