Office Manager
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Job Description
- Morland CofE Primary School
- Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 0LH
- Salary: £28,142 - £29,540 pro rata
- Hours: 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year*
- Contract: Permanent. Required from September 2026
- Reference: 8731
*Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 8am - 4.30pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break).
Tuesday and Thursday: 7am - 12.30pm (no lunch break).
Morland CofE Primary School is seeking to appoint a dedicated and motivated Office Manager to join our friendly and supportive school.
'Through God all things are possible' (Matthew 19:26).
Morland is a vibrant primary school located in the heart of our community. We are a 1.5 form entry primary school with a new SEND provision for pupils with C and I needs. Morland is proud to be part of the Gainsborough Community in Ipswich working to enrich the lives of our pupils.
We will offer you:
- an amazing school with a family feel, where you can make a real difference to the staff, pupils and their families
- friendly children and parents who will make you welcome
- a happy, caring, and supportive staff team
- professional development opportunities through the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich Multi Academy Trust
- support from the Central MAT team, and the school administrative team
- a school with strong links to our wider community.
The role
To be responsible for the school office. The administration, attendance, safeguarding, communication and monetary responsibilities associated with the role.
Are you ready to join a team that is all about collaboration, innovation and creating meaningful change for our children? If so, we can't wait to meet you!
You will:
- lead the school's front office, enabling teaching staff colleagues to enhance their effectiveness and help them to achieve and constantly improve standards of learning and achievement
- help to promote the highest standards of business ethos within the administrative function of the school and work with the Business Manager / Central MAT team to ensure the most effective use of resources in support of learning objectives
- be highly organised with excellent interpersonal skills
- maintain the highest levels of professionalism, confidentiality and discretion
- be experienced in the use of IT packages
- be positive and resilient
- have experience of working in a busy office (highly desirable).
To find out more
Please read theJob Description (word)and Guidance Notes (pdf)
We actively encourage applicants to see our school in action before applying for vacancies. If this post is of interest to you and you would like to find out more information and have a tour of the school, please contact John Crane, Headteacher, by calling 01473 727646 or by emailing businessmanager@morlandprimary.comincluding your full name and the job title in the subject line.
How to apply
Please complete the Application Form (word)
All applications must be made on an official application form.
Please send your completed application form by either email tobusinessmanager@morlandprimary.comor post to John Crane, Headteacher, Morland CofE Primary School. Morland Road, Ipswich, IP3 0LH.
Closing date: 12 pm, 13 May 2026.
Interview date: week commencing 18 May 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expect all staff to share this commitment.
Appointment will be made subject to safer recruitment procedures, including an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.
About the Team
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