Office Manager

Office Manager

Twenty 4 seven education are currently recruiting for School Office Manager to work in some of our Birmingham schools. Applicants must have some school office manager experience and be proficient on school systems. However, applicants with strong office manager experience in a similar sector will also be considered but you must have the drive and enthusiasm to learn new skills and can adapt quickly.

* use a range of software, including email, spreadsheets and databases, to ensure the efficient running of the office

* manage online and paper filing systems

* develop and implement new administrative systems, such as record management

* record office expenditure and manage the budget

* organise the office layout and maintain supplies of stationery and equipment

* maintain the condition of the office and arrange for necessary repairs

* organise and chair meetings with staff - in lower-paid roles this may include typing the agenda and taking minutes, but senior managers usually have an administrative assistant to do this

* ensure adequate staff levels to cover for absences and peaks in workload, often by using temping agencies

* delegate work to staff and manage their workload and output

* promote staff development and training

* implement and promote equality and diversity policy

* write reports for senior management and deliver presentations

* respond to customer enquiries and complaints

* review and update health and safety policies and ensure they're observed

* check that data protection laws are being adhered to in relation to the storage of data, and review and update policies

* arrange regular testing for electrical equipment and safety devices

* attend conferences and training

* manage social media for your organisation