Position: Office Manager
Location: Solihull
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available

Office Manager Role in an Outstanding Primary School

An Outstanding Primary School in Solihull is seeking to appoint an experienced and highly organised Office Manager to lead its busy school office and administrative team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving school community that is committed to delivering exceptional education and providing a welcoming, efficient, and professional environment for pupils, families, staff, and visitors.

The school is known for its strong leadership, excellent pastoral care, and positive community ethos. Staff benefit from a supportive working culture, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to play a key role in the smooth day-to-day operation of the school.

About the Role

The successful candidate will oversee the effective running of the school office, ensuring high standards of administration, communication, and customer service across the school.

Working closely with the Headteacher and School Business Manager, you will manage administrative processes, supervise office staff, coordinate communications with parents and external agencies, maintain accurate school records, and support admissions, attendance, and operational procedures.

This role requires excellent organisational skills, strong leadership ability, attention to detail, and the confidence to manage multiple priorities within a busy school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school office and administrative team

• Oversee admissions, attendance, and pupil record systems

• Coordinate communication with parents, staff, governors, and external agencies

• Maintain accurate school records and management information systems

• Support the Headteacher and School Business Manager with operational administration

• Manage office procedures, workflows, and customer service standards

• Coordinate school events, meetings, and visitor management

• Ensure compliance with school policies, safeguarding, and data protection requirements

The School Environment

This Outstanding Primary School in Solihull offers a welcoming and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential academically and personally. The school has a strong reputation for excellence, high expectations, and positive relationships across the community.

The administrative team is highly valued and plays a vital role in supporting teaching, learning, and school operations. Staff benefit from supportive leadership, a collaborative atmosphere, and opportunities to develop their skills and progress within school administration and operations.

Candidate Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in an office management or senior administrative role

• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and management information systems

• Experience supervising staff and managing office workflows

• Ability to work accurately, confidentially, and under pressure

Desirable

• Experience working within a school or educational setting

• Knowledge of systems such as SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom

• Understanding of safeguarding, attendance, and admissions procedures

• Experience supporting operational or business management functions in a school

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Office Manager role at an Outstanding Primary School in Solihull, please submit your CV as soon as possible.