Office Manager (Chalgrove Primary School)

Job Details

• School Name: Chalgrove Primary School
• Position: Office Manager
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Hours: 36
• Salary: FTE £36,585-£40,182
• Location: Chalgrove Primary School, Chalgrove Gardens, Finchley, London, N3 3PL
• Closing Date: 29/05/2026

About the School

Chalgrove Primary School's busy, interesting, fast paced office is the heart of the school. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Office Manager to keep it running smoothly. If you're organized, approachable, solution focused, and have a sense of humour, this could be the right role for you.

About the Candidate

Working closely with the Headteacher, you'll lead the day to day operations of the office, supporting staff, pupils, and families. Experience in a school setting is essential, particularly familiarity with Arbor and Arbor Finance. You should also be able to connect with people and stay calm under pressure. Your responsibilities will include welcoming visitors and parents, managing day to day queries, handling administration, admissions, personnel, finance, and compliance records, and managing office staff and caretaker.

We require an excellent standard of maths, written and spoken English, and advanced ICT skills.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Great organisational and multi tasking skills
• Knowledge of school office procedures, including HR, H&S, financial and compliance records
• Professional communication with parents, staff and external contractors
• Trustworthy, discreet with data protection knowledge
• Enthusiastic and friendly, team player
• Ability to promote the school via website and social media
• Positive, patient, solution focusedFlexible, hardworking, quick to learn

What We Offer

• Friendly staff and pupils
• Supportive parents and governors
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• Supportive senior leadership team