Office Manager

CHIPPING ONGAR PRIMARY SCHOOL

Office Manager

Scale 5 point 8-11 – Full time equivalent: £22,777.00 - £24,054.00

Actual Salary: £19,483.20 - £20,575.53

37 hrs per week – 4 days: 8 am – 4 pm & 1 day: 8 am – 3.30 pm

39 Working Weeks, Term Time only including 5 published non-pupil days, (44.6 Paid Weeks) per annum

Required: May 2023

We are currently seeking applicants for the position of Office Manager at Chipping Ongar Primary School. We would like to appoint a self-motivated and enthusiastic leader to take on this role in a successful and supportive school.

The appointed candidate will have the opportunity to run the school office and would be required to be approachable, and calm during busy periods and be able to prioritise a varied workload with a sense of humour! It would be preferable if applicants had previous experience working in a school environment, but not essential as full training will be provided. Proficiency in MS Word and Excel is essential. Knowledge of Arbor and other school software is desirable.

The successful applicant’s duties will include providing general clerical, attendance, administrative and reception support to the school line managing the office team. A willingness to undertake first aid duties and training is essential. 

Please note that as with all jobs in school, holidays are not permitted during term time.

Working at Chipping Ongar Primary School

Chipping Ongar Primary School is part of the Bridge Academy Trust. The trust recognises that our staff are a precious resource. Our People Strategy has been developed by the Board of Trustees, as the employers, whose aim is to make Bridge Academy Trust and all of its schools great places to work.

We aim to look after our staff. We have an appraisal scheme with a focus on the employee’s professional development; we provide a range of training opportunities; and we are committed to supporting staff wellbeing. On a more practical level, all staff benefit from a good pension scheme and occupational sick pay.

Closing date: Friday, 14th April by Midday

Proposed Interview date: Tuesday, 18h April 2023

For an application form please contact Mrs Willson

t: 01277 363789      e: admin@chippingongar.essex.sch.uk

www.bridgeacademytrust.org

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Bridge Academy Trust welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.