office manager

The Board of Directors, in partnership with the Archdiocese of Birmingham and the Local Governing Body are seeking to appoint a senior office manager to join our dedicated and friendly team. A practising Catholic is preferred but applications are welcome from those who are sympathetic to the teachings of the Catholic Church. We are looking for an individual who will share the school's ambition for all pupils to achieve their full potential both academically and personally. The Rosary Catholic School is a popular school with enthusiastic, well-motivated and hardworking staff and pupils. Staff are proud to work at the school. They feel well supported by leaders who consider their well-being and workload. (Ofsted March 2024). We are a two- form entry school with Nursery provision serving the Alum Rock, Saltley and Bordesley Green area of Birmingham. The successful candidates will, not only be part of the Rosary family, but will also have supportive and inspiring colleagues across the St Teresa of Calcutta MAC, as well as access to a range of CPD and career development opportunities. The successful applicants will:

• be supportive of the teaching staff and school managers in their duties as educational leaders
• provide high quality business support ensuring an efficient office environment
• be versatile and able to adapt to the demands of a busy work environment
• communicate effectively with all stakeholders
• facilitate the requirements of staff and pupils in the day-to-day management of the school
• be innovative in ensuring that the school office workload is effectively completed to a high standard
• to be flexible in facilitating the organisational and administrative priorities of the school by responding positively to change
In return we are offering:
• a school that is committed to the well-being of all members of the community
• a school that is committed to improvement
• a warm and friendly environment
• a dedicated team of supportive and friendly staff
• enthusiastic children who are engaged in their learning
• a commitment to your professional development
• excellent opportunities for career progression
  
  This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
  
  Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city., The Council is a fantastic place to work. You will find an organisation that is both challenging and supportive; with a leadership impatiently adventurous in its pursuit of excellence.
There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
• A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.
• An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.
• A Safe Birmingham: through a focus on making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.
• A Healthy Birmingham: through a focus on tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.
• A Green Birmingham: through a focus on street cleanliness, improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.
We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.

GR4 - Points 23 to 31 - £32,076 to £39,186 (subject to pending pay award), In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.