Administration Manager

Oxford Outcomes; Oakham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Administration Manager at Stretton Shires School, where you'll lead the Administration Team and support the Headteacher. Join a growing independent school dedicated to the development of autistic young people, while enjoying the benefits of a trial 4-Day Working Week and competitive salary.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Flexible benefits platform

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in an education administration role is essential.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop the Administration Team to support the school.
• Oversee HR and administrative services within the school.
• Supervise office staff to ensure efficient administration.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Education

English and Maths Grade C/4 or Equivalent

Job description

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

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

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff, and within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!

Job Title: Administration Manager

Location: Stretton Shires School, Stretton, Rutland, LE15 7GT

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for an Administration Manager to join our close-knit team at Stretton Shires School.

About The Role:

To work alongside the Headteacher to effectively develop and manage the Administration Team to provide comprehensive, confidential administrative support to the Service. To be responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of HR and administrative services within the school.

The Administration Manager is responsible for providing administrative management services to the school. This includes overseeing the Admin Department, maintaining high standards of HR, ensuring efficient administration services, and supervising the office staff.

Ensure all stakeholders benefit from high standards of service.

Member of the SLT and responsible for the Administration Department to provide a safe environment for all – pupils, staff, visitors, and contractors.

Main point of contact for central services – including HR, Recruitment, Resourcing, and IT.

Essential:

• English and Maths Grade C/4 or Equivalent
• Relevant experience in an education administration role

We have a strong safeguarding culture, where pupils are listened to, respected, and involved in as many decisions as possible.

About Us

Set in the heart of the Rutland countryside, Stretton Shires School is an independent day and residential school catering for autistic young people and those with associated needs, offering specialist secondary education for pupils aged 11 – 18.

Established in 2005 as a residential home and school, we are currently growing our day pupil numbers, meaning we constantly need to recruit passionate and dedicated staff to support our growth aspirations.

Our aim for the young people coming to Stretton Shires is quite simple; we want every young person to progress developmentally, educationally, and socially. We want them to develop an understanding of themselves and to experience what success feels like. Through these actions, we can equip every young person with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.

For over 16 years, Options Autism has provided care and education to pupils, young people, 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 proud to be certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year in 2024.

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to mental health support and health checks

Through our flexible benefits platform, Vista, you can choose benefits including:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility support

We place the outcomes of our pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so your role will have a positive impact on others’ lives.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks and an enhanced DBS.

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

• You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time for personal pursuits. 4DWW is subject to probation and not a contractual benefit.