Office Manager Phenomenal Secondary School Leeds

Location: Leeds West Yorkshire

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: Full-Time Permanent

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Lead the heartbeat of a thriving secondary school

A successful secondary school in Leeds is looking to appoint an exceptional Office Manager to oversee the daily running of its busy front office and administrative function.

This is an opportunity for an experienced administrator to take ownership of a high-performing office lead a dedicated support team and play a vital role in the smooth operation of the entire school. Youll work closely with senior leaders while becoming the first point of contact for students families staff and visitors.

If youre organised proactive and thrive in a fast-paced environment wed love to hear from you.

The Role

As Office Manager youll ensure the school office operates efficiently professionally and with outstanding customer service. Youll coordinate administrative systems supervise office workflows and support the Senior Leadership Team with the day-to-day operational needs of the school.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the daily operation of the school office and reception

• Managing and prioritising administrative workloads across the team

• Supporting the Senior Leadership Team with high-level administration

• Acting as the main point of contact for parents visitors and external agencies

• Overseeing emails correspondence telephone enquiries and reception services

• Maintaining accurate pupil records and school databases

• Coordinating meetings appointments and visitor schedules

• Supporting admissions attendance and wider student administration

• Producing professional letters reports and confidential documentation

• Developing efficient office procedures and improving administrative systems

• Ensuring GDPR safeguarding and confidentiality standards are consistently met

• Supporting school events staff induction and operational projects throughout the year

About You

Were looking for someone who combines excellent organisational skills with confident leadership and outstanding communication.

Youll ideally have:

• Previous experience as an Office Manager Senior Administrator or School Administrator

• Experience leading or coordinating an administrative team

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and electronic record systems

• Strong organisational and time-management skills

• Outstanding written and verbal communication

• The ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

• A professional approachable and solution-focused attitude

• Experience within a school setting is desirable but strong candidates from other sectors are encouraged to apply

Why Join This School

Youll become part of a welcoming and ambitious secondary school that places equal importance on academic success student wellbeing and staff development.

The school offers:

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team

• A friendly experienced office and support staff

• Excellent professional development opportunities

• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same

• The chance to make a genuine impact on the daily life of the school community

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check satisfactory references and pre-employment safeguarding checks.

Apply Now

If youre an experienced Office Manager or senior administrator ready to take the next step in your career wed love to receive your application.