School Office Manager

Sfet; Farnham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Farnham is seeking a skilled School Office Manager to join their committed team. The role involves organizing and coordinating administration duties while supporting the Senior Leadership Team to ensure smooth operations. Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, and have a passion for education. This position offers excellent career progression opportunities within a supportive environment. The salary ranges from £28,120 to £33,444 based on experience.

Benefits

Excellent induction arrangements

Supportive staff team

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in office management or administration.
• Ability to create and maintain a pleasant work environment.
• Supportive and effective in team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Organize and coordinate administration duties.
• Provide support to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Ensure high levels of organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Administrative support

Job description

* School Office ManagerNEW# School Office ManagerEmployerLocation: Farnham, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Part Time, Term TimeSalary: £28,120 - £33,444 (£31,981 - £35,761 FTE)Posted: 29th January 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 12th March 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1532030Job Reference: OFF2026SFSStart Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1532030* Share :We would like to appoint an experienced Office Manager to join our supportive & passionate team . The role is to organise and coordinate administration duties and to create and maintain a pleasant work environment, ensuring high levels of organisational effectiveness and communication. As a member of the school’s administration & support team you will also provide support to the Senior Leadership Team to ensure the smooth running of the school. This is a really exciting opportunity with career progression for the successful candidate. Please see the attached job description for full details.We can offer you:• excellent induction arrangements• support and enthusiasm from our friendly and welcoming staff team and school community as a whole• excellent opportunities for, and a strong commitment to further professional developmentSouth Farnham School is part of a growing Multi Academy Trust which currently consists of 11 schools schools and one associate member of the Trust - St Mary's C of E (Aided) Infant School.Our thriving School Centred Initial Teacher Training establishment (SCITT) has over 100 trainees and from September 2021 South Farnham School was awarded Teaching School Hub status which is a fantastic accolade for both the school and Trust.**Total Hours: 35hrs a week, 41 weeks a year (term time + INSET days + 2 weeks in summer)****Salary: £28,120 - £33,444 (£31,981 - £35,761 FTE)**Please see the enclosed job description for full details on the role and responsibilities.Visits to the school are warmly encouraged; please contact the school for an appointment and/or further information about this exciting opportunity!Please note that we may chose to interview strong candidates on receipt of their forms so an early application is advised.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:South Farnham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### South Farnham SchoolPart of### South Farnham Educational Trust