Office Manager
This is a key role at the heart of our school, providing leadership and day-to-day management to ensure the smooth and effective operation of our administrative functions. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of successfully leading a team and will bring a positive, solution-focused approach to their work.
The successful candidate will:
Have previous experience in a team leadership or management role
Be highly organised and able to prioritise and delegate effectively
Be an excellent communicator, with strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrate resilience, professionalism and discretion at all times
Take pride in delivering a high standard of service to students, staff, and families
Be confident in using IT systems (experience with school systems is desirable but not essential)
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the day-to-day operations of the Admin and Reprographics teams
Managing workflows and ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and accurately
Supporting the Senior Leadership Team and HR Director with key administrative processes
Ensuring the school office is a welcoming and professional environment
Maintaining high standards of compliance and organisation across all admin systems
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious school, where your contribution will be valued and your professional development supported.
We welcome applications from individuals with strong administrative experience who are ready to take the next step in their career or who are looking for a rewarding new challenge
Information about the school
Aylesford School is an inclusive school where every child, regardless of ability and background can fulfil their dreams and aspirations.
Aylesford School forms part of the Character Education Trust, currently a 2 Academy Trust that aims to provide students with high quality academic and ‘Character Education’. Our vision is to support and encourage the students within our Trust to develop good character; to be confident and kind; to have integrity; to respect difference and to make a positive contribution to the community around them. A link to our website for more information can be found here https://www.charactereducationtrust.org/
Aylesford-School-Application-Form
At Aylesford School what you think and what you do matters. Our most valuable resource is our staff and we invest heavily in your development.
Applications
Teaching and Support Application Form – Download
Please email your application to Ben Sanchez: ben.sanchez@aylesford.kent.sch.uk.
All applications will be considered individually upon receipt.
Equal opportunities employer
Aylesford School is fully committed to equal opportunity employment and actively encourages applications from all potential candidates regardless of race, gender, sexuality and disability.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and check against the ISA Barred List for children.
Contact Aylesford School
We highly recommend contacting us to arrange an informal visit to the school to fully understand what makes Aylesford School such a desirable place to work.
We reserve the right to close the post early should we be able to appoint a suitable applicant.
If you would like to discuss this post please contact Ben Sanchez.
