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Office Manager Vacancy Welcoming Primary School in Manchester!


Job Location:

Enfield - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 18 September 2026 (23 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 16 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

School Office Manager

Primary School Manchester Greater Manchester

Full-Time Permanent ASAP Start Competitive School Scale


Join a welcoming primary school at the heart of its community

A friendly and well-established primary school in Manchester is looking to appoint an experienced Office Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of its busy school office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised approachable and proactive administrator who enjoys working in a varied role. As the first point of contact for parents visitors and staff youll play a vital part in ensuring the school operates efficiently while providing a warm and professional service to the whole school community.


What youll be doing

Youll work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to ensure the administrative functions of the school run smoothly. Responsibilities include:

  • Leading the day-to-day management of the school office and supervising administrative staff.

  • Managing pupil and staff records using the schools Management Information System (MIS).

  • Coordinating admissions attendance and general school administration.

  • Supporting finance processes including purchase orders invoices and budget administration.

  • Preparing correspondence newsletters and communications for parents and staff.

  • Liaising with external agencies suppliers and contractors.

  • Ensuring compliance with GDPR safeguarding procedures and school policies.

  • Supporting the organisation of school events meetings and inspections.


What were looking for

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Previous experience in an Office Manager or senior administrative role ideally within a school.

  • Experience using school MIS software such as Arbor SIMS Bromcom or similar.

  • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and Teams.

  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload.

  • A friendly professional approach with excellent communication skills.

  • The ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

  • A proactive attitude and a willingness to support the wider life of the school.


Why join this school

This primary school in Manchester is proud of its welcoming atmosphere and strong community values. Staff are supportive leadership is approachable and everyone works together to create a positive environment where children can thrive.

In return youll benefit from:

  • A supportive and collaborative leadership team.

  • Ongoing training and professional development.

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

  • A friendly close-knit staff community.

  • Competitive salary and excellent working conditions.


Apply today

If youre an experienced administrator looking to join a welcoming primary school in Manchester wed love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today to be considered for this exciting Office Manager opportunity.


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