Administration Assistant

Acorn Care and Education; Gunnislake; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support organization in Gunnislake is seeking an Administration Assistant to provide high-quality administrative support in a school environment. The role includes maintaining records and responding to requests, contributing to a team with a strong focus on well-being and work-life balance. The position offers a permanent contract during school terms with a competitive salary and a unique 4-Day Working Week model.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an administrative role.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver efficient and timely admin support across departments.
• Maintain accurate and secure records and documentation.
• Respond flexibly to last-minute or urgent requests.

Skills

Administrative experience

Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

Team collaboration

Independence

Commitment to confidentiality

Job description

Overview

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

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: Administration Assistant

Location: Copper Fields School, Gunnislake PL18 9EH

Salary: £22,300.00 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday 8.30am-5.00pm | Tuesday to Friday 8.30am-4.30pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start Date: November 2025

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, Copper Fields School, part of Options Autism, is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an Administration Assistant to join our close-knit, passionate team.

About the Role

Are you an experienced administrator looking to make a meaningful impact in a school environment? We’re seeking a reliable and proactive Administration Assistant to join our dedicated Administration Team.

In this role, you’ll provide high-quality, confidential support across the school, helping staff and managers with a variety of administrative tasks. From maintaining accurate records to responding to urgent requests, your work will help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver efficient and timely admin support across departments
• Maintain accurate and secure records and documentation
• Respond flexibly to last-minute or urgent requests
• Collaborate with team members on larger admin projects
• Support cost-effective practices in line with budget guidance
• Promote health and safety by identifying and reporting hazards
• Work in line with school policies, especially safeguarding and behaviour

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in an administrative role
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A positive, committed attitude aligned with the values of Outcomes First Group
• Awareness of confidentiality and safeguarding responsibilities

Join us and be part of a supportive team that values professionalism, collaboration, and care.

About Us

Copper Fields School provides full-time specialist co-education for up to 60 pupils aged 4-16, who have a primary need of Autism Spectrum, communication and language and often additional needs.

Our vision to empower our learners to achieve their best outcomes is achieved through high quality education, in preparation for life. Our wonderful setting in Gunnislake facilitates a nurturing approach for students who have found the mainstream environment unable to meet their needs and a barrier to them being the best they can be. We pride ourselves on our culture of everyone being a unique individual. Together we achieve, through recognising and harnessing our strengths. We aim to unearth hidden talents and interests, inspire and empower.

For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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 Options Autism?

We place the outcomes of the pupils 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. 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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