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At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

Job Title:  Office Manager
Location:  The Holden School, Leigh WN7 4SB
Salary:      Up to £35,000 per annum dependent on experience ( not pro rata )
Hours:      37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only plus 2 Weeks
Start:        January 2026
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we are thrilled to offer a fantastic opportunity for an Office Manager to join the close-knit, passionate team at The Holden School, part of Acorn Education.

About the Role

This is more than an administrative role — it’s a chance to be at the heart of a thriving school community. You will lead our Administration Team, ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations while supporting staff, students, and visitors. Your role will be pivotal in maintaining a welcoming, organised, and efficient environment that allows everyone in the school to thrive.

You’ll manage reception duties, assist the Senior Management Team, and oversee essential administrative processes, all while fostering a supportive and collaborative culture. Health, safety, and compliance will also be part of your remit, helping to ensure a safe and well-managed environment for all.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a proactive, organised, and approachable professional with experience in office or school management. You should be confident leading a team, managing multiple priorities, and handling confidential matters with discretion. A positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to supporting staff and students are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Administration Team to deliver effective, high-quality administrative services.
• Manage reception duties and provide a welcoming, professional first point of contact.
• Support the Senior Management Team with administrative tasks, including recruitment and record-keeping.
• Ensure health, safety, and compliance procedures are followed.
• Assist with maintaining efficient office systems and smooth daily operations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant experience in a similar office or school management role.
• Strong organisational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent communication and IT skills.

Join us and be part of a school where your skills, energy, and commitment will directly contribute to creating a supportive, nurturing environment for staff and pupils alike.

About Us

The Holden School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 5 to 16, catering for pupils with a wide range of needs in Lancashire, Manchester and surrounding areas. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life. We are a Therapeutic Led, Trauma Informed School providing individualised curriculums for our students supported by our Class Teams, our Pastoral Team and our own Therapists.

We pride ourselves in steering pupils in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them academically and socially, to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live.

Acorn Education is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Acorn Education?

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit 

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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• Solid admin experience — ideally in a role where discretion and attention to detail were non-negotiable.
• Confidence with IT systems (Excel, Word, PowerPoint — the usual suspects).
• A calm, professional manner. You’ll be dealing with sensitive information and liaising with external organisations.
• A knack for keeping things organised, even when things get busy.
• Experience with vetting and security clearance processes would be great. If not, you’ll need to be willing to learn quickly.

• A genuinely supportive environment where your work matters.
• A chance to work in a sector that’s critical to national infrastructure.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Flexibility and autonomy — no clock-watching or pointless meetings.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with an exciting opportunity? This Office Manager role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and rewarding environment where your skills will be valued, and your contributions will drive success. With a focus on growth, profitability, and maintaining high standards, this position is perfect for someone looking to lead a team and make a real impact in an established industry.

What You Will Do:

- Manage and develop order intake, ensuring targets for turnover and profit margins are met.

- Maintain a safe and tidy working environment for the team.

- Implement and uphold ISO9000 Quality Management Systems to ensure high standards.

- Lead a team, managing timekeeping, attendance, and disciplinary matters.

- Develop and deliver growth plans for the business unit while maintaining strong customer relationships.

- Ensure equipment is safe, well-maintained, and capable of meeting production needs.

What You Will Bring:

- Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar industry.

- Ability to interpret drawings and specifications with confidence.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

- Understanding of profitability and general business management.

- A determined, adaptable, and proactive approach to problem-solving.

This Office Manager position is integral to the success of the business unit, ensuring it achieves its goals while maintaining a positive and collaborative team environment. The role offers the chance to contribute to the continued growth and success of the company, with opportunities to develop professionally and make a tangible difference.

Location:

 This role is based in a thriving industrial area, offering excellent transport links and a convenient location for professionals looking for a challenging and rewarding role.

Interested?:

 If you're ready to take on this exciting Office Manager role and make a real impact, don't wait - apply today and take the first step towards your next career milestone!

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Our client is a Heavy Manufacturing business that support complex projects within highly regulated sectors.

As the Office Manager of one of their high precision business units you will manage and develop order intake, resource availability and utilisation, quality system, profit margin, and product output.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage team timekeeping, attendance and appraisal/disciplinary matters.
• Meet agreed order intake and profit margin targets.
• Drive quality and safety standard, maintaining the ISO 9000 QMS.
• Meet agreed delivery targets.
• Manage customers.
• Maintain company principles and culture.
• Drive continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Engineering/Manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding profitability, and business management
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Location: Bolton
Permanent , Full Time.
Working Hours: Monday-Thursday, 4-day week, 37 hours per week.
Salary: 48k - 52k
Benefits:

• 25 days Holidays* + Bank Holidays
• Service days
• Sick pay
• Pension - 5% EE / 5% ER (combined 10% or above)
• Professional memberships
• Life Assurance
• Healthcare package
• Occupational Health
• Free Eye Tests
• Mental Health Support
• Bonus Scheme
  

APPLY NOW and feel free to contact Jacob at (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed).

Role: Office Manager / Business Manager

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester

Salary: £48k-£52k

Job Description

To manage and develop order intake, resource availability and utilisation, quality system, profit margin and product output of the BTech business unit.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Meet agreed order intake and profit margin targets.
• Meet agreed delivery targets.
• Meet required quality standards.
• Implement and maintain ISO9000 Quality Management System.
• Manage team timekeeping/attendance and disciplinary matters.
• Communicate key business factors as appropriate.
• Manage customers, including meeting delivery, quality and PR standards.
• Maintain growth and profitability of the business unit.
• Ensure that equipment is safe, well maintained and capable.
• Adhere to company principles.
• Team members work together successfully and are actively encouraged to develop the necessary skills required to meet all individual, team and Company goals and objectives.
• Practices within manufacturing are continuously monitored, improved and measured in line with key performance measures.
• Professional, confident presentational skills displayed when dealing with customers (internal and external).
• Ensure that team members always adhere to Company Management Systems, company principles and safety procedures.
• Any ad hoc duties commensurate to the role.

Experience Required

Essential

• Ideally you will have worked within a Machine Shop Environment
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar industry (Manufacturing/Engineering)
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
• Good interpersonal skills
• Understanding of profitability and general business management
• Ability to communicate clearly

**Please note that you will be required to have the full right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship both now, and in the future**

Part-Time Office Manager (15 hours per week)

Location: Keele University (hybrid – fully flexible with some on-site work)
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience, pro rata for 15 hours per week (£28,000 – £35,000 full-time equivalent)

About The Mondrem Group and Open Software Ltd

The Mondrem Group and Open Software Ltd is a collective of purpose-led organisations helping people, places, and public services to thrive.
Inspired by the ancient forests of Mondrem and Mara, our work combines technology, creativity, and kindness to make positive change happen.

Our four businesses include:

• Mondrem CIC – helping public services become brilliant, everywhere, all the time.
• Mondrem Nurture CIC – creating places of happiness and community wellbeing.
• Openplan Software Ltd – developing digital tools for meaningful social impact.
• Mondrem Little Orange Ltd – promoting creativity and storytelling that connects people.

We’re guided by kindness, collaboration, integrity, and innovation — using technology, AI, and human understanding to build better systems and stronger communities.

The Role

We’re looking for a highly organised, proactive Office Manager to work directly with the Founder across the Mondrem Group and Open Software Ltd
This is a varied, hands-on role with genuine scope for autonomy, ownership, and impact .
You’ll lead and coordinate the group’s administrative, compliance, and supplier management processes—ensuring everything runs smoothly, efficiently, and cohesively across all businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administrative and operational processes across multiple businesses.
• Maintain clear, consistent, and accurate records and workflows across all functions.
• Oversee suppliers, procurement, and contract renewals (IT, insurance, payroll, banking, etc.).
• Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance (Companies House, HMRC, ICO).
• Produce and present board packs, business reports, and performance data.
• Maintain HR records (via BrightHR) and support payroll and recruitment.
• Provide bookkeeping support using Xero and collaborate with accountants on cash flow and budgets.
• Use and maintain Capsule CRM and other tech systems, including AI-powered tools.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve clarity and efficiency.

About You

You’re an experienced Office Manager or Operations Coordinator who thrives on bringing structure, organisation, and efficiency to complex environments.
You take pride in your work, enjoy improving processes, and value working with purpose-driven organisations.

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience in office, operations, or business management.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confidence with technology, CRM systems (ideally Capsule CRM ), and AI tools.
• Financial and commercial awareness, including supplier and compliance management.
• A collaborative mindset and the confidence to work directly with senior leadership.
• A principled, values-led approach aligned with the group’s social purpose.

Desirable:

• Experience in social enterprise, public sector, or community-focused organisations.
• Familiarity with BrightHR, Xero, or similar systems.
• Experience producing board reports and supporting governance.

Why Join Us?

• A flexible, hybrid part-time role (15 hours per week).
• Opportunity to shape and improve systems across multiple purpose-driven organisations.
• Work closely with an inspiring founder and small, passionate team.
• Be part of a group that values creativity, integrity, and making a difference.

Would you like to a truly worldwide companies with a wide range of high profile customers? Are you looking to work with a friendly team in a busy and varied role? If you're an experienced Office Manager, PA or Senior Administrator looking for a new challenge, this could be just the role for you. As well as a salary of up to 30,000 and an excellent benefits package including profit share, private healthcare, company pension, 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, free parking and excellent career prospects. .

What will you be doing as an Office Manager?
Working as part of a busy team , you ill be providing support to both internal and external team members. Duties will include:

• Managing all aspects of a busy office including office equipment, and service contracts
• Coordinating building repairs and cleaning services
• Handling shipments and deliveries
• Maintaining records for company equipment
• Dealing with varied aspects of HR administration including onboarding, organising training and general personnel records
• Ensuring compliance with all essential staff policies, safety procedures, and certification
• Coordinating suppliers for the site
• Assisting the sales team including quotes, lead evaluation and customer liaison
• Maintaining project records and preparing relevant documents
• Assisting with documents, both pre and post-sales including bid submissions

We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:

• Strong skills in a similar fast paced and varied senior administration role such as Office manager, PA, Project Co-ordination or Facilities Co-ordination
• Experience in other areas such as Sales Administration or HR Administration would also be interesting skills as would experience of bids and tenders and other sales proposals and operational documents
• Comfortable using Word, Excel and email
• Able to work to in a fast paced environment
• Confident team player
• A flexible approach and can-do attitude

What will you get in return for your work as an Office Manager?

• A starting salary of 28,000 to 30,000 depending on experience
• Profit share
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free parking
• Company Pension scheme
• A company approach that really offers work/life balance and supports their staff
• Great career prospects

If this sounds like an Office Manager or Senior Administrator job you would love, please send your CV today

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Role: Office Manager / Business Manager

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester

Salary: £48k-£52k

Job Description

To manage and develop order intake, resource availability and utilisation, quality system, profit margin and product output of the BTech business unit.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Meet agreed order intake and profit margin targets.
• Meet agreed delivery targets.
• Meet required quality standards.
• Implement and maintain ISO9000 Quality Management System.
• Manage team timekeeping/attendance and disciplinary matters.
• Communicate key business factors as appropriate.
• Manage customers, including meeting delivery, quality and PR standards.
• Maintain growth and profitability of the business unit.
• Ensure that equipment is safe, well maintained and capable.
• Adhere to company principles.
• Team members work together successfully and are actively encouraged to develop the necessary skills required to meet all individual, team and Company goals and objectives.
• Practices within manufacturing are continuously monitored, improved and measured in line with key performance measures.
• Professional, confident presentational skills displayed when dealing with customers (internal and external).
• Ensure that team members always adhere to Company Management Systems, company principles and safety procedures.
• Any ad hoc duties commensurate to the role.

Experience Required

Essential

• Ideally you will have worked within a Machine Shop Environment
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar industry (Manufacturing/Engineering)
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
• Good interpersonal skills
• Understanding of profitability and general business management
• Ability to communicate clearly

**Please note that you will be required to have the full right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship both now, and in the future**

Our client is a Heavy Manufacturing business that support complex projects within highly regulated sectors.

As the Office Manager of one of their high precision business units you will manage and develop order intake, resource availability and utilisation, quality system, profit margin, and product output.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage team timekeeping, attendance and appraisal/disciplinary matters.
• Meet agreed order intake and profit margin targets.
• Drive quality and safety standard, maintaining the ISO 9000 QMS.
• Meet agreed delivery targets.
• Manage customers.
• Maintain company principles and culture.
• Drive continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Engineering/Manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding profitability, and business management
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Location: Bolton
Permanent , Full Time.
Working Hours: Monday-Thursday, 4-day week, 37 hours per week.
Salary: 48k - 52k
Benefits:

• 25 days Holidays* + Bank Holidays
• Service days
• Sick pay
• Pension - 5% EE / 5% ER (combined 10% or above)
• Professional memberships
• Life Assurance
• Healthcare package
• Occupational Health
• Free Eye Tests
• Mental Health Support
• Bonus Scheme
  

APPLY NOW and feel free to contact Jacob at (phone number removed) or via email at (url removed).