About this role
- Yoxford and Peasenhall Primary School
- Address: Yoxford, Saxmundham, Suffolk IP17 SEU
- Salary: £26,740 per annum, pro rata
- Hours: 33.75 hours per week, 5 days per week, 39 weeks per year
- Contract: Permanent, required from 4 January 2027
- Reference: 5759
*8.15am – 3.30pm (30-minute unpaid lunch).
Yoxford and Peasenhall Primary School are seeking an experienced, professional, and dedicated Office Manager to deliver high-quality administrative and financial support within our friendly primary school. You will play a key role in the smooth running of the school and be committed to meeting the needs of our pupils, families, and wider school community. Previous experience in a school administration environment is essential.
We are looking for an experienced Office Manager who has:
- strong IT skills, including knowledge of MS Word and Excel spreadsheets
- knowledge of cash handling, banking, and financial procedures
- a good knowledge of general office procedures
- the ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team
- strong organisational skills
- the ability to manage and prioritise workload to promptly meet deadlines
- the ability to be adaptable, discreet, and maintain confidentiality
- the ability to remain calm and cheerful under pressure in a busy environment
- the ability to act as first point of call for visitors and telephone enquiries
- a willingness to travel to other school sites if required
- an awareness of Safeguarding and school reporting systems
- the ability to adhere to policies and procedures and follow GDPR guidelines.
Desirable but not essential
- experience with online school management systems (such as Arbor, Every HR, and Edupay)
- knowledge of school-based software
- experience of working in a school/nursery environment
- experience as a Designated Safeguarding Lead.
We will offer you
- a comprehensive staff induction program
- full support and training from a wider team
- a wide range of staff benefits
- an extensive wellbeing support package
- the opportunity for career progression within the trust
- personalised performance management
- a bespoke package of CPD as required.
Essential Qualifications
- grade C/4+ level (or equivalent) of Numeracy and Literacy
- good level of computer literacy.
Desirable Qualifications
- relevant Level 3 qualifications.
Line manager
- Academy Head.
To find out more
Please read the Job Description (pdf) and Trust Benefits (pdf)
How to apply
Please complete the Application Form (word)
Please email all applications to Maria Clark at [email protected]
For more information, please call 01502 723137.
Closing date: 3 pm, 4 December 2026.
Interview date: 10 December 2026.
The Consortium Trust demonstrates and implements safeguarding protocols in all aspects of their working practices and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, and this will include social media checks.