Temporary School Office Manager
JOB_54020634809488Job type
TemporaryLocation
HexhamWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
School AdministrationIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
16-20 per hourClosing date
17 Jul 2026
Temporary School Office Manager Required
Temporary School Office Manager
Location: Hexham, Northumberland
Position: School Office Manager
Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026 Duration: Approximately 8 Weeks
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Position: School Office Manager
Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026 Duration: Approximately 8 Weeks
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
We are currently seeking an experienced and organised School Office Manager to support a welcoming school in Hexham on a full-time temporary basis from September 2026. This assignment is expected to last for approximately 8 weeks, providing vital administrative leadership during a period of staff absence.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled school administrator who can quickly adapt to a busy school environment and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the daily operation of the school office and reception.
- Acting as the first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, and visitors.
- Maintaining accurate pupil records and school databases.
- Coordinating attendance monitoring and reporting procedures.
- Supporting the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team with administrative tasks.
- Managing correspondence, enquiries, and school communications.
- Assisting with financial administration, purchasing, and invoicing.
- Overseeing office systems, procedures, and compliance requirements.
- Providing supervision and support to administrative staff where required.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Previous experience as a School Office Manager, Senior Administrator, or similar role within an education setting.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Experience using school management information systems (SIMS, Arbor, Bromcom, or similar).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
- A professional and confidential approach to sensitive information.
What We Offer
- A full-time temporary role within a supportive school environment.
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Opportunity to make an immediate impact within the school community.
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment.
- Potential for future opportunities within local schools.
Temporary School Office ManagerJOB_540206348094882026-06-302026-07-17
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