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Office Manager – Primary School – Milton KeynesMarchant Recruitment • England, United Kingdom
Office Manager – Primary School – Milton Keynes

Office Manager – Primary School – Milton Keynes

Marchant Recruitment • England, United Kingdom
19 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

A well-regarded and community-focused primary school in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced and highly organised Office Manager to oversee its busy front office and administrative operations. The school is known for its warm ethos, strong safeguarding culture and structured leadership, and the Office Manager plays a central role in ensuring the school runs efficiently each day. This is a senior administrative position suited to a confident professional who can combine operational oversight with a welcoming presence for families and visitors. The Role As Office Manager, you will lead the administrative function of the school, managing systems, supervising office staff and supporting the Headteacher with operational coordination. Your responsibilities will include: • Managing the daily operations of the school office • Supervising and supporting administrative and reception staff • Overseeing pupil admissions, attendance and data records • Coordinating HR administration, contracts and staff absence monitoring • Managing procurement processes and purchase orders • Ensuring safeguarding and visitor procedures are compliant and up to date • Supporting the Headteacher with reporting and compliance documentation This is a varied role requiring excellent organisation, attention to detail and strong communication skills. The School Environment Located in Milton Keynes, the school serves a diverse and engaged community. Relationships with parents are positive and proactive, and the administrative team is highly visible within the school. The office is well equipped with established MIS and financial systems. Leadership is approachable and values the contribution of support staff to the school’s success. Staff describe the culture as friendly, collaborative and purpose-driven. Who We’re Looking For The successful candidate will: • Have significant experience in school administration, ideally within a primary setting • Demonstrate leadership and team management skills • Be confident using MIS systems such as SIMS, Arbor or ScholarPack • Show strong organisational and financial administrative competence • Communicate professionally and warmly with families and staff A sound understanding of safeguarding procedures is essential. What’s On Offer • A senior operational role within a respected Milton Keynes primary school • A stable and well-structured working environment • Supportive leadership and clear systems • Opportunities for professional development • A varied and responsible position within a welcoming school community This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school administrator ready to take on a leadership role at the heart of a thriving primary school.

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