School Office Manager

School Office Manager Wigan Long-term role Competitive Hourly RatesYour new company Hays Education are working with a welcoming and well-organised school in the Wigan area to appoint a School Office Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive leadership team and play a key role in the smooth running of the school''s administrative function.Your new role As School Office Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the school office, ensuring a professional and efficient administrative service is delivered to staff, pupils and parents. This is a predominantly office-focused role, with limited involvement in financial management, distinguishing it from a School Business Manager position.Key responsibilities will include:Leading and managing the school''s administrative function and front-of-house operationsLine managing administrative support staff and overseeing workload distributionActing as the first point of contact for parents, visitors and external agenciesManaging pupil data, attendance records and maintaining accurate school systems (e.g. SIMS/Arbor)Supporting the Headteacher and senior leadership team with administrative tasks, reporting and organisationEnsuring compliance with school policies, safeguarding procedures and GDPR requirementsCoordinating communications, newsletters and general correspondenceOverseeing admissions administration and maintaining pupil recordsOrganising meetings, events and calendar ..... full job details .....