Office Manager
Job Title: Office Manager
Company: uGroup (uSports, uKids & uReach)
Location: Woodley, Reading
Salary: 26,000 a year
Job Type: Full-time
About uGroup:
uGroup is the umbrella organisation for three distinct businesses, each dedicated to inspiring and supporting children and young people. uSports provides high-quality sports coaching, uKids delivers fun and engaging childcare, and uReach offers specialist Alternative Provision (AP) for those with diverse needs. Our mission is underpinned by our core values: Putting You First, Being a Kind Person, and Taking Pride in Everything You Do. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a dedicated and organised Office Manager to be the heart of our operations.
The Role:
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Office Manager to ensure the smooth, efficient, and professional running of our office. You will be the central point of contact for our team and play a critical role in supporting the daily operations of all three businesses. This is a vital position for someone who is a natural problem-solver, thrives on structure, and enjoys creating a positive and productive work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Office Administration: Oversee all general office administration, including managing supplies, handling mail and deliveries, and ensuring the office environment is clean and well-maintained.
Team Support: Provide administrative support to the management team and coaches across all three businesses.
Communication Management: Handle all incoming and outgoing communications, including phone calls and general emails, directing inquiries to the appropriate team members.
Record Keeping: Maintain and organise all company records, files, and databases with meticulous attention to detail.
HR & Compliance Support: Assist with basic HR administration, including onboarding new staff, managing holiday requests, and ensuring all company policies are up to date and followed.
System Management: Manage and maintain company software and IT systems, acting as the first point of contact for any technical issues.
Financial Administration: Support with basic financial tasks
Core Values Embodiment: Consistently embody our core values of Putting You First, Being a Kind Person, and Taking Pride in Everything You Do in all professional interactions and tasks.
Candidate Requirements:
Proven experience in an office management, senior administrative, or a similar role.
Exceptional organisational and time-management skills with a strong ability to prioritise tasks.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and professional demeanor.
The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team.
A proactive approach to problem-solving and a keen eye for detail.
A genuine commitment to upholding our company values.
A valid Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.
If you are interested in this position, to take your application further please send a 30-second video explaining why you think you would be a good fit for this role to jay@u-sports.co.uk.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £26,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Are you willing to send a 30-second video to jay@u-sports.co.uk explaining why you believe you could be a good fir for this role?

Experience:

• office administration: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details