Primary School Office Manager

About the Role

Whitchurch Primary School, part of Lighthouse Schools Partnership, is looking for an enthusiastic, highly organised Office Manager to provide effective operational support to the Headteacher, leadership team, staff, pupils and families.

This is a permanent, part-time role for 26 hours per week, Monday to Friday, starting as soon as possible. The working pattern can be discussed at interview, but the successful candidate must be available to work from 8:00am to 5:00pm on three days each week.

The actual salary is £20,173.96 to £21,666.96 per annum. The closing date is 30 September 2026 at 9:00am.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the school's day-to-day administration, helping to maintain a smooth, efficient and professional office.

• Oversee administrative and financial processes, ensuring systems and records are accurate and well maintained.

• Support the school in meeting its safeguarding and compliance responsibilities.

• Coordinate pupil admissions and attendance processes.

• Provide a welcoming, helpful and professional service to pupils, families, staff and visitors.

• Manage competing priorities effectively while maintaining excellent attention to detail.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and other relevant pre-employment checks. Visa sponsorship is not available, and CVs will not be accepted.

What We Offer

• A genuinely inclusive school community in which every individual is valued.

• A dedicated and supportive staff team with a collaborative approach.

• Enthusiastic pupils who are proud of their school and eager to learn.

• A varied and rewarding position with opportunities to support children and families.

• Ongoing professional development and relevant training opportunities.

• Support from governors, parents, colleagues and the wider trust.

• The opportunity to join Lighthouse Schools Partnership, a thriving and ambitious multi-academy trust.

• Access to a workplace pension scheme and benefits typically available within an academy trust.

About the School

Whitchurch Primary School is a primary academy in Bristol, educating approximately 231 pupils aged 4 to 11 across Key Stages 1 and 2. As part of Lighthouse Schools Partnership, the school benefits from the resources, expertise and professional networks of a thriving multi-academy trust.

The school is committed to inclusion and to creating a welcoming community in which pupils, families and staff are valued. Its enthusiastic pupils are proud of their school, while governors, parents and colleagues work together to support positive outcomes. The school places safeguarding, effective administration and strong relationships at the heart of its work.

Whitchurch Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Recruitment follows statutory safeguarding guidance, and any offer of employment may be subject to relevant checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, right-to-work verification, references, medical clearance and suitability checks.