A prestigious school in North London is seeking an experienced and proactive Office Manager for a temporary assignment of approximately 6 weeks. This is a key role requiring someone who can hit the ground running, maintain high levels of professionalism, and ensure smooth day-to-day administrative operations within a busy school environment.
Oversee the daily operations of the school office
Manage administrative systems, processes, and support staff
Prepare, maintain, and organise paperwork to high standards
Act as a point of contact for staff, parents, and external stakeholders
Support the leadership team in preparation for any inspections (e.g. Ofsted/ISI)
Maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times
Ensure safeguarding and data protection protocols are followed
Proven experience working as an Office Manager or Senior Administrator in a school environment
Experience supporting school inspections is highly desirable
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Confident using school MIS systems and standard office software (e.g. MS Office)
Calm, discreet, and professional manner when handling sensitive information
A current enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one) is a significant advantage
A fast learner with the ability to quickly adapt to a new environment
Self-sufficient and confident in managing a varied workload
Flexible, proactive, and able to handle pressure calmly
Committed to supporting a positive and respectful school culture
If this sounds like you and you're available immediately, we’d love to hear from you.