Office Manager - Moseley Primary School

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This is not just an admin role - this is a leadership position where you will influence how our school operates day to day and strategically. You will work closely with the Headteacher and School Business Manager, helping to drive improvements across finance, HR, administration and site management.

What is the job role?

Why this role is special

At Moseley, we are ambitious, forward thinking and always striving to improve. With exciting developments across the school, including sustainability projects and site upgrades, this is a brilliant opportunity to join a team that is going places.

Key responsibilities

Leading and managing a dedicated admin team.

Supporting and overseeing key aspects of school finance (Bromcom).

Playing a vital role in HR processes and staff management; helping ensure our school runs smoothly, safely and efficiently.

Acting as a key point of contact for staff, parents and visitors.

We need someone who is

• Organised, proactive and calm under pressure.
• Confident managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experienced in school administration and finance systems (ideally Bromcom).
• A strong communicator who can build positive relationships with everyone.
• Able to lead, motivate and support a team.
• Solutions focused, with a sharp eye for improving systems and processes.

What you'll bring

• Experience in a busy school office environment.
• Strong knowledge of finance, HR and admin systems.
• The ability to work independently and use initiative.
• A commitment to high standards and continuous improvement.

What you'll get in return

• A welcoming, supportive and ambitious school team.
• A varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same.
• The chance to make a real impact on how a school runs.
• Opportunities for professional development.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under represented. We encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.

Safeguarding

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references. An online search may also form part of this recruitment process, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) recommendations.