Senior Administrator Office Manager

Summary:

Senior Administrator Office Manager job with a school in Hampshire. Lead school operations and manage administrative staff.

About the School:

Located in a beautiful setting, the school is committed to student wellbeing and academic excellence. It offers a supportive environment where children thrive and learn.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Administrator / Office Manager, you will be responsible for leading the school office and ensuring smooth daily operations. This role is ideal for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact in a warm and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the daily operation and effectiveness of the School Office, ensuring a welcoming, organised and efficient environment.
• Manage all office inboxes, ensuring timely, accurate and professional communication with parents, staff and external stakeholders.
• Line manage Reception staff, supporting high standards of front-of-house professionalism.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate levels of stationery and office supplies.
• Improve administrative systems and workflows to enhance school efficiency.
• Support HR administration, including recruitment, onboarding, training and compliance tracking.
• Maintain accurate personnel records in line with safeguarding, ISI and data protection requirements.
• Assist with operational policy documentation and compliance registers as required.
• Work with catering, facilities, IT, transport and academic teams to support the smooth delivery of school activities and events.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Significant administrative experience in a busy, multifaceted environment.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Warm, confident and professional communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong IT skills and familiarity with management information systems.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and remain calm under pressure.
• Experience supervising or managing staff.
• Proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach.

Preferred

• Experience working in a school or education environment.
• Experience with HR administration.
• Experience with school MIS platforms (e.g. Schoolbase, Arbor).
• Understanding of operational and regulatory requirements in schools.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Canteen
• Employee discount
• On-site parking