Office Manager

ROLE Office Manager

Salary Range: Grade E - £28,265 - £34,955

Actual salary - £25,559-£31,608

Hours - 36.5 Hrs Term Time plus 2 weeks

Location: The Heights Academy, Auckland Dr, Birmingham, B36 0DD

Contract: Full time, Permanent, Term-Time Only plus 2 weeks

1 week to be worked during the summer holiday and the other week to be worked throughout the year in consultation with the Headteacher

Start Date: 30 November 2026

Job Overview:

At Forward Education Trust we clearly state our mission - empowering children and young people to live their best lives. This is encompassed in our 3 core values: working together with purpose; nurturing potential; inspiring success.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Office Manager to join The Heights Academy.

The Heights Academy opened in September 2023 in a brand-new build, and this is a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of the next stage of the journey of growth and development. Initially we are open to pupils in Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3, but over time, will grow to cater for 116 pupils across Key Stage 2, 3 and 4. All of our pupils have an EHCP with a diagnosis of Autism.

We are looking for an organised, proactive, and highly skilled Office Manager to lead and oversee the smooth running of the school office and administration function. As a key member of the administrative and wider school team, you will provide high-level administrative support to the senior leadership team and other stakeholders. that ensures our school operates efficiently and warmly welcomes children, families, staff, and visitors.

The successful candidate will:

Be skilled in a wide range administrative tasks, including preparing sensitive correspondence, and managing school data.

Have experience of managing staff and leading an administration function. Oversee and coordinate the work of administrative colleagues, ensuring an efficient and positive office environment.

Have experience of working in a school office or similar front facing experience with the public.

Benefits:

Forward Education Trust is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest quality staff. To do this, we have an Employee Value Proposition offering a range of benefits to help our staff on a personal and professional level, which includes:

Local Government' Pension Scheme

FET HUB - information all in one place, access to a range of benefits

Paid for Health Cash Plan - employee and dependent children benefit - option to add partner

Staff voice - consultation with staff on a range of issues and ideas

Comprehensive induction and probation support and a supportive appraisal system

Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme - free confidential advice, with face-to-face consultations

Learning and development - including online learning and other resources

Access to discounts and offers from Reward Gateway and My Perks

Mental Health First Aiders

Wellbeing package and family friendly policies

Rewards and awards throughout the year, in line with Trust behaviours and values

Closing Date for Applications: Monday, 02 November 2026

Interview Date: Monday, 09 November 2026