Office Manager

ROLE SUMMARY:

ACG Strathallan is a leading independent, co-educational school committed to delivering a world-class education within a nurturing and future-focused environment. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, student wellbeing, and community connection, the school provides a dynamic and supportive setting for both students and staff.

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Office Manager to lead the daily operations of our busy school office. This position is permanent, full-time and ensures the smooth, professional, and efficient running of front-of-house and administrative services across the campus.

As the central coordination point for office operations, communications, logistics, and executive support, the Office Manager plays a vital role in supporting students, staff, and families while maintaining high service standards and operational excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the school office, ensuring efficient systems, workflows, and high service standards.
• Supervise reception and administrative functions, ensuring professional front-of-house service and appropriate staff coverage.
• Oversee student welfare administration, including first aid, medication management, and maintenance of health and safety records.
• Coordinate internal school communications, including daily notices and electronic noticeboards.
• Manage transport ticketing, textbook sales, cash handling, and associated financial reporting.
• Provide high-level administrative support to Assistant and Deputy Principals, and assist with Open Days, examinations, and key events.
• Coordinate the preparation and distribution of examination materials.
• Oversee procurement, stock control, and management of office supplies, consumables, and equipment.
• Contribute to a positive, professional experience for students, parents, and staff, undertaking additional operational duties as required.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Proven experience in office management or senior administration, ideally within an educational environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience supervising or coordinating administrative teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a professional, welcoming manner.
• Confidence handling confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Strong IT capability and experience managing electronic systems and records.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.