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School Office Manager

United Kingdom, London, Ilford · Job Posted April 16, 2026

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Job Description

MAIN OBJECTIVE Effective management of all strategic and operational administrative activities.

Job Responsibility

Effective management of all strategic and operational administrative activities
Record keeping/database, management and reporting for pupils and staff
Manage contracts for products and services
IT management
Resource management
Handle queries, admissions & promoting the school
Prepare statutory & other returns
Site manager duties
Finance duties
General office management duties
Ethical responsibilities
Strategic planning
Training & professional development
Supportive activities like organising trips and events

Requirements

GCSE qualifications in English and Maths grade C+
A recognised Degree
Advanced user of Microsoft packages
One years experience in office administration
High standard of communication and presentation skills
IT literacy skills
Strong time management skills and punctuality
Works with a high level of commitment
Deals honestly and with integrity
Ability to respond positively to constructive criticism and make appropriate changes
Ability to show initiative and contribute new ideas
Maintain an extremely high level of discretion, sensitivity and confidentiality
Understanding and practice of Islam and the workings of an Islamic school
Understanding of school policies and the protocols
Strong commitment to Islam
Strong commitment to the ethos of Apex Primary School
Committed to continuing professional and personal development
Committed to promoting the school to students, parents, colleagues and others
Flexible and able to take initiative

Nice to have

Health & Safety / First Aid qualifications
Drivers licence
One years experience of office /administration within educational establishment
Understand the Islamic obligations and relationship between employee & employer
Enthusiastic
Work well as part of a team
Sense of humour

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