St James’ CE Academy is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, confident, and highly organised Office Manager to play a vital role in our day-to-day office operations. You will need to have exceptional organisation skills and the ability to put processes in place that are streamlined and structured.
As an office manager, you will play a crucial role in providing an effective and efficient school office, contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the school. Reporting to the Headteacher, you will also have the opportunity to interact with staff, pupils, families and visitors, and work as part of a supportive friendly team.
The ideal candidate
will:
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Live our school values and encourage all to flourish
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Have previous line management
experience and will thrive in a busy office environment where competing
priorities are the norm
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Have excellent written and communication skills
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Show initiative and independence while working
collaboratively
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Proficient in using IT systems and software
packages, and emails
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Experience of the education sector
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Willingness to undergo training, embrace lifelong
learning and be eager to gain new experiences
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Kind and flexible team player.
We are committed to safeguarding
and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and
volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo
child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past
employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We are an equal opportunity employer
committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace.
Alison Barden
alison.barden@stjamesvaschool.co.uk