Office Manager
Nonsuch High School for Girls
Sutton
- £37,564 - £39,920 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- £37,564.00 - £39,920.00 Annually (Actual) 36 hours per week (Mon-Thu 09.15-17.00 and 08.00-15,30 on Fri) 42 weeks per year (Term time, insets, PLUS last two weeks of August and one week at Easter) GLT SO2: £40,554 - £43,098 per annum (FTE)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Monday, 31st March 2025
- Apply by:
- 10 February 2025
Job overview
This exciting role will suit someone that has comprehensive line management experience and who thrives in a busy office environment where competing priorities are the norm. The successful candidate will be highly organised and efficient, with excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and a positive can-do attitude. Experience of working within a school is desirable but not essential, however the passion and commitment to work in a school environment is essential.
Key responsibilities for the role include:
- To ensure effective line management of a team of support staff in administrative roles
- To support the SLT in the coordination and oversight of H&S procedures for the school, including Critical Incident Management
- To take the administrative lead on main school events
- To cover for front office administrative staff when absent
- To act as First Aider
What we offer:
- A unique selling point as a school within an all girls’ schools trust
- An excellent working environment that prioritises the wellbeing of its staff and students
- A generous contributory pension scheme
- Eyecare vouchers
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free tea/coffee/squash available in the staff room
- Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential advice on a variety of matters
- Term time free access to the on-site David Lloyd Leisure Centre (during fixed times)
Key Application Dates:
- Closing Date: 9.00 a.m. on Monday, 10th February 2025
- Shortlisting Date: Tuesday, 11th February 2025
- Interview Date: 1st interviews will be via MS Teams during week beginning Monday, 24th February 2025. 2nd interviews will take place in school later the same week.
- Start Date: Monday, 31st March 2025
Our commitment:
The Girls’ Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. In order to meet this responsibility, we follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants.
As well as verification of identity, we ask all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may also conduct an online search about any shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people and aim to employ a culturally diverse workforce, which reflects the nature of our communities.
Please see our Recruitment Pack for more details about our school, the job description and person specification.
Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Sponsorship:
We are not able to offer sponsorship to non-settled individuals for a Skilled Worker Visa.
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About Nonsuch High School for Girls
About Nonsuch High School for Girls
Nonsuch High School for Girls is a highly successful and selective grammar school for students aged 11–18. Founded in 1938 and set within 22 acres of beautiful grounds on the edge of Nonsuch Park, we provide a caring, happy and stimulating environment where students achieve the highest levels of academic and personal success.
Our students’ commitment to learning is matched by their excellent behaviour and positive relationships with staff. Attainment and achievement at Nonsuch are excellent. Summer 2025 saw GCSE results where 63.6% of grades were at 9-8 and 83.3% of all grades were 9-7. 98.2% of all grades attained grade 5 or above. At A-Level, students achieved 28% A* and 65.2% A*-A grades - again placing the school amongst the highest performing schools nationally.
We are proud of our mission to empower young women to aspire, achieve and make a difference. Our broad and balanced curriculum is enriched by an extensive programme of extra-curricular opportunities, promoting creativity, curiosity, wellbeing and leadership. Students are encouraged to engage with the local and wider community and to take on roles of responsibility across the school.
Our excellent facilities include 13 science laboratories, an astronomy dome, language suites, a large Sixth Form Centre and extensive sports facilities. Music, drama, art and sport all thrive, and students are supported by dedicated teaching and pastoral teams.
Nonsuch is a vibrant, diverse and forward-looking school where students enjoy learning, grow in confidence and leave ready to take their place in the world.
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