Office Manager

About the role

The Role As our Office Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of the office, ensuring everything operates efficiently while supporting multiple departments across the business. No two days will be the same—you'll be the go-to person for colleagues, helping solve problems, coordinating activities, and keeping the business organised.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the head office.
• Act as the first point of contact for office enquiries and visitors.
• Support Directors and the wider management team with administrative tasks.
• Cook up office supplies, equipment, maintenance, and facilities.
• Organise meetings, diaries, travel arrangements, and company events.
• Aid with HR administration, including recruitment, onboarding, employee records, references, and compliance documentation.
• Provide support to the Recruitment Team during busy periods and assist with candidate communication, interview scheduling, recruitment administration, and onboarding activities.
• Maintain confidential personnel files and HR systems.
• Liaise with managers across our children's homes to provide administrative and operational support where required.
• Coordinate company policies, training records, and documentation.
• Assist with projects and business initiatives as the company continues to grow.
• Identify opportunities to improve office processes and efficiency.
• Be a flexible, reliable team player who is happy to support wherever needed.

About You

We're looking for someone who is highly organised, approachable, and enjoys variety in their role. You'll be someone who takes ownership, uses initiative, and can confidently juggle multiple priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as an Office Manager, Senior Administrator, or in a similar role.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience providing administrative support across multiple business functions.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proactive, positive attitude and willingness to get involved in all areas of the business.