Office Manager - St Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy

Office Manager Permanent 37 hours per week over 42 weeks per year Salary: Grade 6 £34,237 - £38,511 Annually (FTE) We are seeking to appoint an experienced, highly motivated, and committed School Business Manager to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and organised professional to lead and manage the school’s business operations and administrative functions, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school on a daily basis. Working closely with the Headteacher and the Senior Leadership Team, the successful candidate will play a key strategic and operational role across the school community. They will advise on and implement the day-to-day support that enables the school to operate effectively. We are looking for someone who: Has proven experience in administration, strategy and operational management Demonstrates excellent organisational and leadership skills Can work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines Has the ability to use initiative and solve problems proactively Maintains high expectations of themselves and others Is committed to delivering excellence across all aspects of school operations The post holder must carry out their responsibilities in line with the ethos and values of the school, with due regard to the statutory responsibilities of the school and Governing Body. This is a pivotal role within the school and offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to creating an outstanding learning environment for our children, staff, and wider community. In return, we offer: A supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunities for professional development A welcoming and dedicated staff team The opportunity to make a real difference within a thriving school community. We warmly welcome applications from enthusiastic and committed individuals who share our passion for excellence in education. Please see the job description and person specification for a more detailed insight into the requirements of the role and qualities required of candidates. The Governors of St Patrick’s Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. The role is engaged in regulated activity and will therefore require a children’s barred list check. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a self-disclosure. Our safeguarding policy can be found here: https://www.st-patricks.sheffield.sch.uk/page/?title=Safeguarding&pid=44 We welcome visits to school. To arrange a visit please contact the Executive Headteacher, Karen Dobson at exechead@st-patricks.sheffield.sch.uk. Closing Date: Friday 19th June 2026 Shortlisting