School Office Manager - Maternity Cover (SEMH Primary School, Redbridge)

Contract: 1-year maternity cover (Term Time Only)
Start Date: January 2026
Location: Redbridge, East London
Salary: £190 - £210 per day
Hours: Full-time, office-based

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic School Office Manager to join a supportive SEMH primary school in Redbridge for a 1-year maternity cover starting in January. This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll support the Head Teacher, manage HR responsibilities, and oversee the day-to-day running of the school office.

Key Responsibilities:

PA Duties:

• Provide personal support to the Head Teacher, including drafting correspondence, taking minutes, and preparing reports.

• Help manage tasks to ease the Head Teacher's workload while maintaining confidentiality.

HR Responsibilities:

• Maintain the Single Central Register and follow safer recruitment practices.

• Manage recruitment, liaise with payroll, monitor staff absences, and maintain accurate records.

Office Management:

• Run the school office using computer systems (SIMS/FMS).

• Ensure compliance with school admissions, employment law, equality, and health & safety requirements.

• Liaise with the Bursar and auditors to manage finances and budgets.

• Oversee school equipment, repairs, and maintenance.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in an administrative or office management role, ideally in education.

• Strong knowledge of HR processes and safer recruitment.

• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.

• Confident handling confidential information with discretion.

• Proficient in IT and office management software (SIMS and FMS).

Additional Information:
Enhanced vetting and safeguarding checks will be completed in line with safer recruitment practices.

How to Apply:
If you're interested in this role, please contact Zeki at Remedy at