Job Description

Are you a highly organised and efficient individual with a passion for providing excellent administrative support in an educational environment? We are seeking a dedicated Office Manager to join our team at an esteemed educational institution in the North West London area.

Job Title: Office Manager

Location: Barnet, North West London

Reports to: School\'s Business Manager

Grade: Point 23 - 27

Hours / Weeks: 36 Hours per Week - Term time + 3 weeks

About Us: At our school, we strive to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for our students, ensuring they reach their full potential. We are currently seeking an Office Manager to work closely with the School Business Manager, overseeing day-to-day administrative operations across both Primary and Secondary phases. You will play a pivotal role in delivering an efficient and timely service to staff, parents, and various stakeholders.

Role and Responsibilities: As the Office Manager, you will be responsible for leading the school\'s office administrative teams across multiple campuses, ensuring smooth operations and excellent communication with stakeholders. Your key responsibilities will include:

Management:

• Supervising and leading administrative teams to provide effective support to staff, governors, parents, visitors, and external agencies
• Managing administrative work requests from key teachers and managers across the school, distributing tasks to the appropriate team members
• Conducting line management and performance evaluation of office administrative and welfare staff
• Maintaining and updating the school\'s SIMs pupil database, adhering to data protection regulations and policies

Communication:

• Handling all incoming and outgoing office communications with parents and stakeholders
• Leading weekly communication meetings with the administrative team

Data Protection:

• Ensuring the school\'s training on data protection is up-to-date
• Collaborating with the school\'s external Data Protection Officer when required
• Ensuring compliance with the school\'s Data Protection Policy and relevant reporting and monitoring processes

Requirements: To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Proven experience in office management or similar administrative roles within an educational setting
• Excellent organisational and leadership abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of data protection regulations and policies
• Flexibility to handle additional duties as required

How to Apply: If you are a proactive and dedicated Office Manager looking for an exciting opportunity in a reputable school, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to Caitlin at Tradewind Recruitment on 0207 845 5450 opt 2 / Caitlin.Holder@twrecruitment.com today!

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