Office Manager - Primary School

School Office Manager
1 form entry Primary School, North London
Permanent | Term Time + 4 Weeks
£31,557 - £34,659 actual salary (£36,585 - £40,182 FTE)

Lime Tree Education Search is supporting a well-regarded North London primary school in the appointment of a School Office Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school administrator or office manager seeking a varied and rewarding role within a friendly, community-focused school environment.

The school is known for its welcoming atmosphere, supportive leadership team and strong relationships with pupils, parents and staff. With a small and dedicated team, the successful candidate will play a central role in the daily life of the school and will quickly become a trusted member of the wider community.

The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Headteacher, the School Office Manager will oversee the smooth running of the school's administrative functions and act as a key operational support across a range of areas.

This is a broad and varied position which would suit someone who enjoys responsibility, thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in keeping systems, processes and people working effectively.

You will be involved in:

Coordinating the day-to-day operation of the school office
Supporting pupil admissions and maintaining accurate records
Acting as a key point of contact for parents, staff and external agencies
Supporting personnel administration and staff onboarding processes
Assisting with financial administration, purchasing and supplier management
Maintaining operational records and supporting compliance requirements
Helping to coordinate school events, communications and wider administrative projects
Supporting senior leaders with the efficient running of the school About You
We are keen to hear from candidates who have experience working within a school office and understand the pace and demands of a busy educational environment.

You may currently be working as a:

School Office Manager
Senior School Administrator
School Business Support Officer
School Administrator
School Operations Officer
PA to Headteacher
Office Manager The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Previous experience within a school or academy setting
Excellent organisational and administrative skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload
A professional, approachable and positive manner
Confidence communicating with a wide range of stakeholders
Experience using school MIS systems such as Arbor, SIMS or Bromcom
The ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a wider team Why Apply?
Opportunities like this do not come around often.

The school offers a genuinely supportive working environment where staff are valued, trusted and encouraged to contribute beyond their job title. The successful candidate will enjoy a highly visible role within a close-knit community and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the day-to-day experience of pupils, families and colleagues.

If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and where your contribution will be genuinely appreciated, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to express your interest, please apply today