Salary: Up to £38,000 FTE
Location: Sheffield
Type: Interim / Fixed Term Contract, Term Time

Our client is seeking a committed and experienced Office Manager to play a pivotal role in the school’s ongoing success, contributing strategically as a member of the leadership team.

Key Responsibilities of the Office Manager:

• Supervise and guide the admin team to uphold excellent customer service and oversee their development through performance reviews and planning
• Deliver high-level administrative assistance to the Headteacher and leadership team
• Assist with financial operations such as ordering resources, managing procurement processes, and ensuring cost-effective use of the school’s budget
• Ensure that safeguarding protocols are rigorously applied and that data handling aligns with Trust and legal standards
• Ensure the reception team creates a professional, safe, and friendly environment for all visitors, aligned with safeguarding procedures
• Design and uphold robust office systems for the efficient handling, storage, and retrieval of both electronic and paper-based documents
• Lead the admissions workflow and ensure all student data is properly maintained and submitted in line with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including advertising, job descriptions, pre-employment checks, references, offer letters, and induction in line with Trust policies
• Keep HR systems current with daily updates, verify HR paperwork (e.g., overtime, leave, expenses) for Headteacher approval, and maintain accurate payroll records
• Track staff absence, support performance management for direct reports, and ensure compliance with probation and policy procedures

This is an overview of duties but not exhaustive.

Requirements of the Office Manager:

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Knowledge of basic HR processes
• Proven experience and ability in a school or business environment
• This role is subject to an enhanced DBS