Are you a meticulous organiser with a passion for education?
Do you thrive in a busy environment where every day is different and brings new
challenges? Hammond Academy is seeking
an enthusiastic Office Manger to oversee the daily operations of our bustling
school office.
The purpose of the role is to manage the smooth functioning
of the school office, to lead and manage the administrative systems ensuring
the most effective use of resources to support the school Principal, staff,
parents and pupils. You will line manage the administrative staff that work
within the school office. You will report to the Hub Business Partner.
Hammond Academy, part of Aspire
Academies Trust, is a forward thinking two-form entry primary school. Situated
within large grounds, the school offers modern spaces for children to learn and
thrive. Social and emotional well-being are at the heart of everything we do at
Hammond Academy. Staff work extremely hard to nurture our children and help
them grow into happy, confident and respectful young people who believe in
themselves and strive to achieve their best.
The main duties are:
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Ensure that all that come into contact with the school
office have a welcoming and positive experience, such as visitors, parents,
staff and pupils. The office is the first point of contact.
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Oversee distribution of office tasks to the
office staff to ensure all duties are covered and carried out to a high
standard. Lead and guide the office staff, overseeing their work, delegated
tasks and fostering a positive team environment.
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Support the school Principal and Leadership Team
with the smooth running of the school.
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Maintain accurate pupil and staff records,
attendance data, and other administrative records in compliance with regulatory
requirements.
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Conduct on boarding for all new staff, maintain
the Single Central Record.
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Responsibility for inputting school payroll
changes monthly to external provider on SAP portal.
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Manage the schools lettings and look for ways to
increase revenue through additional hirings, grants and initiatives.
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Maintain and update the school website ensuring
compliance and creating an inviting and informative space for current and
prospective parents and staff.
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Oversee the input of purchase orders onto the
Trust finance system, tying up invoices and delivery notes and submission to
Central Finance Team for payment.
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Be the day to day contact for the Site Manager
and the Central Premises Team.
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Be the first point of contact for staff with any
pay or contract queries.
We can offer:
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A friendly and welcoming working environment.
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Term time plus 2 weeks in the school holidays
working arrangement.
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The support and guidance of the Hub Business
Partner and Central Services Team.
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A comprehensive benefits package including: local government pension scheme, competitive
salary, Employee Assistance Programme, Refer a friend payment, free flu
vaccination, milestone birthday day off.
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A free school lunch for all staff.
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The opportunity to work collaboratively with
other Hub and Trust Office Managers, to share best practice and networking
opportunities.
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Excellent training and development
opportunities.
If you would like more information, an informal chat or to
arrange a visit, which are warmly encouraged, please contact: Nicole Mesnick nmesnick@broadfieldacademy.org.uk
Aspire Academies Trust is committed to protecting and
safeguarding children and young people and our recruitment checks will always
assess the suitability of the candidate to work with children. The successful
candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Aspire Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer and
welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
Please note- we reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive sufficient, strong applications. Therefore, submitting an application as soon as possible is strongly advised.
Nicole Mesnick
nmesnick@broadfieldacademy.org.uk