School Office manager

Job Title: School Office Manager
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour
Location: Chorley

Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised School Office Manager to join a busy and vibrant school office. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong communication skills, and understands how to support the smooth running of a school day-to-day. School office experience is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the school office, ensuring an efficient and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, parents, and visitors.

• Manage incoming calls, emails, and enquiries, providing excellent customer service at all times.

• Maintain accurate pupil and staff records in line with safeguarding and GDPR guidelines.

• Support attendance processes, including daily registers, follow-up calls, and reporting.

• Assist with staff and pupil communications, newsletters, notices, and general correspondence.

• Coordinate diaries, meetings, and appointments for senior staff as needed.

• Manage filing systems, data entry, and general administration.

• Support first aid, safeguarding processes, and general school operations as required.

• Liaise with external agencies, suppliers, and parents in a professional and timely manner.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a school office (essential).

• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Confident using school systems (SIMS/Arbor/Bromcom is advantageous).

• Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and handle confidential information discreetly.

• Strong communication skills and a calm, professional manner.

• Willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check and provide two recent references.