Office Manager

King's Academy Meadow Vale, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42 1SY

44 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  TBC

• Closing date

  4 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  21 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,209.00 - £28,592.00 Annually (Actual) KGA Support Staff Pay Scale Band 7, Points 13-17, £32,061–£36,363 per annum (FTE)

Office Manager job summary

Lead. Organise. Inspire. Make a Difference.

Are you an experienced administrator with a passion for leading people and creating efficient, high-performing systems? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

We are seeking an exceptional Office Manager to lead the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of our academy. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Senior Leadership Team (SLT), where you'll play a vital role in ensuring the academy runs smoothly while supporting our staff, pupils and wider school community.

About the Role

As Office Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing all administrative operations, ensuring our systems, processes and support services are delivered to the highest standard. You'll lead a dedicated team across administration, reception and support services, fostering a culture of professionalism, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Working closely with the Headteacher and central Trust teams, you'll help deliver both operational excellence and strategic priorities, ensuring compliance with Trust policies and contributing to the continued success of the academy.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and developing the academy's administration, reception and support teams.
• Managing the day-to-day operation of the school office to ensure an efficient, welcoming and professional service.
• Overseeing administrative systems and processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Supporting the Senior Leadership Team with operational planning and academy priorities.
• Acting as the key link between the academy and central Trust services.
• Ensuring compliance with Trust policies and statutory requirements.
• Building positive relationships with staff, pupils, parents, governors and external agencies.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has significant administrative and office management experience.
• Is an inspiring and supportive people leader.
• Has excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Can confidently manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• Has outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is proactive, solution-focused and committed to continuous improvement.
• Shares our commitment to providing the very best experience for every child.
• Previous experience within an education setting is desirable, although we welcome applications from experienced office managers with transferable leadership and operational skills.

Why Join Us?

You'll become part of a supportive and ambitious academy where your contribution is valued. We are committed to investing in our people and creating an environment where colleagues can develop, thrive and make a lasting difference.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and become a key member of our leadership team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of our academy.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About King's Academy Meadow Vale

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 562 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: King's Academy Meadow Vale website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/king-s-academy-meadow-vale

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