Office Manager Kingsbourne Academy Employer Northwest Academies Reference P

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional individual to joinKingsbourneAcademy as our Office Manager; a key member of our founding team.

KingsbourneAcademy is abrand-newprimary school opening in September 2026 and this role presents a rare and exciting opportunity to helpestablishthe systemscultureand daily rhythm of a school from the very beginning. As the first point of contact for familiesvisitorsand the wider community you will play a pivotal role in shaping the experience of everyone who walks through our doors. This is more than an administrativerole;it is an opportunity to help build something special.

About Us

KingsbourneAcademy is part of theNorth WestAcademies Trust a successful and ambitious multi-academy trust. Opening initially with areceptionclass the school will grow year on year. Our ambition is to create an exceptional school from day one; a school where childrenthrivefamilies feel part of a community and staff are proud to work.

As a founding member of staff you will work closely with the Head of School andwidertrust team toestablishstrong systemshigh standardsand a warm welcoming environment for all.

The Role

You willbe responsible forthe day-to-day running of the school office ensuring that systems are efficient communication is clear and the schooloperatessmoothly.

Your role will include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for parents visitors and external agencies
• Managing communication including emails phonecallsand correspondence
• Maintainingaccuratepupil recordsadmissionsand attendance systems
• Supporting the Head of School with administrative andorganisationaltasks
• Assisting with HR processesrecruitmentand onboarding
• Supporting theorganisationof school events and activities
• Ensuring compliance with policies and procedures
• Contributing to the smooth running of the schoolon a daily basis

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Is highlyorganisedand able to manage multiple priorities
• Hasstrong communicationskills and a warm approachable manner
• Can build positive relationships with childrenfamiliesand colleagues
• Is calmprofessionaland able to work under pressure
• Takes initiative and is confident working independently
• Has experience in a customer-focused administrative role
• Is comfortable using technology and learning new systems

Most importantly we are looking for someone who wants to help build something exceptional setting the tonestandardsand experience for our school from the very beginning.

For further information regarding this role please contact Claire Booth at.