School Office Manager - Durham - FTC

School Office Manager (Maternity Cover)Fixed Term Contract: 9-12 monthsHours: 37 per week Fully office basedLocation: Durham, DH1Interviews: Week commencing 17th JulyStart date: 1st September (new term)Salary: £28,142 - £31,022Hours: Full Time - 8.15am - 4.15pm, 8.15am - 3:45pm FridayWe are delighted to be supporting a modern, welcoming and genuinely friendly primary school in the appointment of a School Office Manager to cover a maternity leave.This is a key role at the heart of the school, working within a supportive and approachable leadership team, alongside a Head Teacher who is highly visible, down-to-earth, and genuinely values the work of their staff. You will be joining a school where people work together, support one another, and take pride in creating a calm, well-run environment for over 300 children.This is a hands-on, all-rounder role, ideal for someone who enjoys being busy, likes variety, and is confident rolling up their sleeves to keep the school office running smoothly.You will have one direct report within the office team.What you''ll be doingLeading the day-to-day running of a busy main school officeBeing the first point of contact for parents, visitors and staff, ensuring a warm and professional welcomeAnswering calls, managing enquiries, and supporting the smooth flow of communication across the schoolUsing key school systems including Arbor, ParentMail and ParentPaySupporting HR processes including:Timesheets and sickness recordsContracts and changes ..... full job details .....