Pilgrim Primary Academy, Reach South Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional Office Manager to join the School from July 2026.

Post: Office Manager

Location: Pilgrim Primary Academy, Oxford Street, Stonehouse, Plymouth PL1 5BQ

FTE Salary Range: NJC Grade E, Point 15-20, £30,024 rising to a maximum of £32,597, per annum pro-rata  

Actual Salary: £26,718 rising to a maximum of £29,008 per annum

Hours/Contract: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday), term-time only,  39 weeks per year     

The Role:

A highly motivated and experienced Office Manager is sought for Pilgrim Primary Academy.  The role offers variety, challenge and responsibility, working with the Senior Leadership Team of the School and the Executive Business Manager.  The position would suit someone who is able to multitask and work accurately and efficiently under pressure in a fast-changing environment.

The Person:

We are looking for candidates who have excellent organisation and administrative skills and be able communicate effectively.  To manage a busy school office including a team of administrators, working with financial and HR systems and processes, implementing and maintaining new office systems, taking minutes, handling correspondences and dealing with sensitive and confidential issues. Training will be available for key duties.

• NVQ Level 4 in Business and Administration or equivalent qualification or experience
• Strong communication skills to exchange information with a range of audiences and professionals (e.g. staff, students, parents and other agencies.
• Minimum 5 GCSE’s with Mathematics and English – Grade C and above or equivalent

School Background:

Pilgrim is a friendly, caring and welcoming place, with children's learning, happiness and well-being at the heart of all we do.  We understand that children will only get the best education when there are strong and respectful relationships between both pupils, staff, parents and the wider community.  We are very proud of the positive relationships that exist at Pilgrim. 

Our aim is to develop confident young people who have high aspiration, a clear sense of themselves as learners and citizens, and who can contribute positively to their futures and those of others.

Trust Background: 

Reach South is a young and developing Trust which operates across the South West of England with the aim of delivering all through 3-19 education.  We operate 17 academies in Plymouth, Bournemouth, Dorset and Wiltshire.  We are building this Trust on a clear set of values, behaviours and curriculum principles. At the heart of those values and principles is a belief in our young people and a determination to support them to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become the successful citizens for today and all of their tomorrows.

Our core business is delivering exceptional education for children and young people with a mission to help all pupils aspire to achieve beyond the expectations that others put on them.  We do this through the development of a talented and committed workforce. In order to deliver exceptional opportunities for learning, we need highly motivated staff across all parts of the organisation. 

Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence.

Next Steps:

So if you think this role may be for you and want to be a part of our wonderful school, please get in touch by calling Michelle Murray, Office Manager on 01752 225319 or email at michelle.murray@pilgrimprimary.org. If you are experiencing any technical issues, please contact recruitment@reachsouth.org for support.

Closing date: for applications is 24 April 2026

Interview Date:  Interviews are provisionally booked for 6 May 2026

To apply:  please click the "apply now" button on the advert and complete the application form. 

Opportunities and Benefits: 

We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits. 

We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.