We are currently recruiting for an experienced School Office Manager to join us at Danesfield Manor School and Nursery (Maternity cover).
We are looking for a well organised, dedicated individual with an eye for detail. This position would suit an experienced School administrator, preferably with Sims experience or possibly someone with an administration background looking for their first role in a school.
Danesfield Manor School is a co-educational independent school for children aged 2 years – 11 years, which provides a broad and balanced education within a unique setting. It offers an individually focused education in a friendly environment, promoting excellence in learning and encouraging exceptional behaviour. It is a truly inclusive school with a unique family feel and offers small classes, dedicated and enthusiastic teachers and experiences catered to the needs and interests of every child. The school has a strong family atmosphere and prepares pupils exceptionally well for schools of their choice at age 11+.
As the School Office Manager, you will have a wide-ranging role. You will be involved in every area of the school including admissions, finance, health and safety, administration, welfare and first aid as well as the reception. Each important area will enable you to play a key role in the continued excellence at Danesfield Manor School.
We are looking for a person who is self-motivated, not afraid to show initiative, enjoys putting processes in place and following systems. The successful candidate will be expected to follow the school’s strong values and work as part of a team, in particular with the School Receptionist. You will be fully trained and welcomed into our friendly school.
Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following;
- Raising purchase orders, liaising with the finance department at Head Office and ensuring
invoices are processed accurately and successfully.
- Liaising with parents, carers, teachers and members of the public using the school’s
communication systems. Responding and assisting with requests as they arise.
- Being one of the main points of contact at the school, responding in a friendly professional
manner.
- Provide administrative support to the Headteacher and other school staff as requested.
- Attending and organising school events and meetings.
- Keeping pupil records up to date including admissions and census details.
- Assisting with Welfare, First Aid and administering of medications. First Aid and Defibrillator
training will be provided.
A full job description is available on request.
In return for your dedication and commitment, you will join a great school with passionate staff. We encourage staff development and you will be offered professional development and training opportunities, including ongoing coaching from the management team, with the prospect of career and salary progression as we grow.
Please apply ASAP, we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.
For more information or an informal conversation please call Mrs Jo Smith, our Headteacher, on 01932 220930.
Danesfield Manor School and Nursery is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).