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Office Manager - Full-time/Part-time

Offham Primary School, West Malling

  • Ref:KCC886-2187-143S
  • Posted:07/12/2023
  • Pay:KR7 ( £25,378 - £28,466 FTE)
  • Start Date:January/February
  • App Close Date:15/01/2024 at 12:00
  • Interviews:Friday 19th January

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Offham is a friendly, ambitious and outstanding one form entry school nestled in the picturesque village of Offham in Kent. We pride ourselves on our caring ethos and close partnership with parents and our local community. Our vision is based on ‘nurturing’, ‘enquiring’, ‘inspiring ‘and achieving’ and children are placed at the heart of everything we do.

We have a highly passionate and dedicated staff team, who all work together to provide the best learning experiences for the children. We are located in a beautiful rural setting and take pride in being a traditional village school, whilst providing modern technology and an environment that allows pupils and staff to excel.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Office Manager to come and join our hardworking team and provide administrative support to ensure the effective management of the Office. The successful candidate ideally will have experience of working in a busy school office and knowledge of HR, finance. This important role involves overseeing the day to day functions of the office. We are looking for someone who is personable, positive and a good communicator who will be the first point of contact for parents and visitors.

We are looking for someone to work full time Monday to Friday. Part time will also be considered. This is a term time only position plus three weeks (42 weeks altogether at 37 hours a week) The hours of work are as follows:-  Monday -  Thursday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. on a Friday. There is a 30 minute unpaid lunch break.

This role will be paid at KR7  ( £25,378 - £28,466 FTE)

 The ideal candidate will :-

  • Be approachable with excellent interpersonal skills and an enthusiastic attitude
  • Be proactive and well organised to a high level of accuracy
  • Be able to work effectively as a positive team member
  • Have previous administrative experience within a school office
  • Be able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
  • Have good knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel as well as school systems
  • Be highly professional with a good understanding of confidentiality
  • Be able to formulate ideas and solutions
  • Be willing to support the wider life of the school

  We can offer you: -

  • A vibrant school with high standards and expectations
  • A happy caring school where you will be supported and valued
  • A commitment to supporting staff wellbeing and workload
  • A friendly and dedicated staff team
  • A forward thinking school committed to the development of all staff
  • A fantastic environment within a beautiful setting
  • Supportive governors, parents and local community

If you are interested in the role, then please contact the school office for a visit. For further information about the school please visit the school website:

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Offham Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people / vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory written references. 

Information about the school

Offham Primary is a rural school with 7 classes and is located approximately 3 miles from the town of West Malling. The school serves a supportive community of children and parents, who are enthusiastic about learning and leading their school. Our core values: Respect, Responsibility, Collaboration, Resilience and Compassion are at the heart of everything we do. We have a keen interest in outdoor learning and future environmental sustainability.

We have an attractive school site with large classrooms and dedicated outdoor learning areas, including our amazing Forest School base. Our school is well equipped in all aspects of the curriculum with a school library, well-being room, and mini buses to use for trips. There is a very supportive PTFA and Governing Body. Innovative teaching and traditional values are combined to give children an excellent primary education. There is a driving ambition for continuous improvement and we are always on an exciting journey to be the best we can be.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Ruth Powell
  • Address:Church Road, West Malling, Kent, ME19 5NX
  • Telephone: (01732) 842355
  • Email: office@offham.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01732) 875133

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.