Office Manager

Salary or Hourly Rate

NJC (37) Grade 5 SCP 15-22 (£31,015 - £34,811 FTE)

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Part Time - Term Time Only

Hours per week

32

Work Base

Trent Vale Infant and Nursery School, Beeston, NG9 1LP

Additional Documents

OM Job Description.pdf – 145KB

Additional Documents

OM Person Specification.pdf – 82KB

Additional Documents

support-staff-application-form.docx – 102KB
Converted File support-staff-application-form.docx.pdf – 509KB Closing Date 12 November 2026 12:00

This is a unique opportunity to join a dedicated and caring team within our school.

The position is part time during term time, 32 hours per week - the work pattern is to be agreed with the successful candidate. Additional hours will be required from time to time.

The governors are seeking to recruit an individual to join our team who has the ability, drive and commitment to:-

• Create a friendly, welcoming and helpful environment for all visitors, parents, children, staff and other members of the school community
• Take full responsibility for the effective running of the school office, including directing and line managing the administrative staff
• Provide support for the Senior Leadership Team and Governing Body including the timely provision of staff, pupil, finance and premises data
• Communicate effectively and accurately with all stakeholders of the school – both in writing and verbally
• Manage and maintain the school budget in accordance with school policies
• Be proficient in operating a Financial Management System and other systems required for the execution of office duties
• Manage the admissions process for nursery applications

In return we can offer you:-

• A unique and rewarding job where no two days are the same
• A welcoming school with supportive and enthusiastic colleagues
• Full training and further opportunities for professional development
• A friendly and supportive senior leadership team and governing body

Previous experience of working in a school office and/or an office management position is desirable but not essential. Specific training will form part of the program for the successful candidate once appointed.

We feel that Trent Vale Infant and Nursery School is a very special place to be so please get in touch if you require any further information about the role. If you would like to visit, then this would be welcomed and can be arranged subject to timescales. School reopens after the half term break on Monday 2nd November 2026.

Tel: (0115) 9179224
Web: https://www.trentrylandsfederation.com/
Email: office@trentvale.notts.sch.uk

Completed applications should be emailed to skaye@trentvale.notts.sch.uk

Closing date: Thursday 12th November 2026 at 12.00pm, Interview date: Tuesday 24th November 2026

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

• All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

• The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.