Office Manager – Primary School – Lancaster

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

A thriving primary school in Lancaster is seeking an experienced and motivated Office Manager to lead its administration function and oversee the efficient day-to-day operation of the school office. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled administrator who enjoys leading a team, improving processes and ensuring the school delivers an outstanding experience for pupils, families and staff.

Working closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team, you will manage the school's administrative systems while supervising office staff and ensuring all operational procedures are delivered to a consistently high standard. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator with strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a varied workload in a busy school environment.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership of administrative operations while supporting the wider success of the school.

School Information

This is a welcoming primary school where children are encouraged to become confident, curious and enthusiastic learners. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, strong relationships with families and commitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment in which every child can flourish.

Staff benefit from supportive leadership, excellent teamwork and ongoing professional development. The school recognises the valuable contribution made by support staff and actively encourages collaboration across all areas of school life.

Modern administrative systems and well-established operational procedures enable staff to work efficiently while maintaining high standards of service for the wider school community.

Office Team

The Office Team plays a central role in ensuring the school operates efficiently each day. As Office Manager, you will lead the administrative function while supporting the Headteacher with the effective management of school operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the daily operation of the school office.

• Supervising and supporting administrative staff.

• Overseeing admissions and pupil record administration.

• Maintaining the school's management information system.

• Coordinating communication with parents and external agencies.

• Monitoring office budgets and ordering supplies.

• Developing and improving administrative procedures.

• Preparing reports for senior leaders and governors.

• Supporting recruitment administration and onboarding processes.

• Ensuring compliance with GDPR and school policies.

• Coordinating administrative arrangements for school events.

• Providing high-quality administrative support to the leadership team.

The successful candidate will become a valued member of the leadership support team, helping to ensure the school continues to provide an efficient, welcoming and professional service for pupils, families and staff.

Requirements

• Previous experience managing a school office or administrative team.

• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and school MIS systems.

• Ability to manage competing priorities.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Professional and approachable manner.

• Commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding.

• Positive, proactive and solution-focused approach.

• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents and external agencies.

Application

To apply for this Office Manager position, please send your CV as soon as possible.