Office Manager

The children, staff and governors of Cambridge Primary School are seeking to appoint a highly-organised, diligent School Office Manager to take a lead role in administration, HR and finance – supporting our strong, happy workforce from 1st September 2025.

B8 £31067 - £31586 per annum pro rata 
37 hours per week term time only (38 weeks per year + 1 week INSET)

The successful candidate will have a background and experience in finance and/or personnel which will enable them to fulfil this diverse role, preferably having previously worked within a school environment. They will have the capacity to:
•    Administer and input financial and payroll systems
•    Support the Headteacher in monitoring income and expenditure
•    Be accountable for the management of contracts
•    Ensure efficient and effective running of the office as the school’s main point of public contact
•    Organise HR matters, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and school policy

Knowledge of school information systems, such as Arbor, and payroll systems would be advantageous although training will be given.

For a copy of our Welcome Pack, with further information and our trust application form, please email admin@cambridge.cumbria.sch.uk.

Cambridge Primary School and South Cumbria Multi-Academy Trust (SCMAT) are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. The school has rigorous child protection policies and procedures in place. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check, criminal records check and excellent professional references are required for the post.

Visits by prospective applicants are welcomed and encouraged by prior arrangement. Please contact our school office to make arrangements by email admin@cambridge.cumbria.sch.uk or by telephone 01229 827761.

Closing date for applications: 19th June 2025, 12pm
Interview: Tuesday 1st July 2025