Administration Manager

Acorn Care and Education; Papworth Everard; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider in Cambridgeshire is looking for an Administration Manager to oversee administrative and HR functions. The position requires a proactive leader with experience supporting students with ASC and SEN. Responsibilities include managing the administration team and ensuring the smooth running of school operations. The role offers a competitive salary of £29,000 per annum for a full-time, permanent position with 40 hours a week. Apply to join a supportive team dedicated to student success.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options

Mental health support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family Growth Support

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Demonstrable experience delivering effective pastoral interventions.
• Previous experience in a pastoral leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Administration Team.
• Oversee the efficiency of the Admin Department.
• Ensure high standard of service to all stakeholders.

Skills

Experience with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

Experience in pastoral leadership

Proven leadership skills

Education

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Administration Manager
Location: Papworth Hall School, Papworth Everard CB23 3RD
Salary: £29,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time plus One Week
Start Date: February 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

At Outcomes First Group, we put wellbeing first. That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you work 80% of your hours for 100% of your pay*. Many of our schools have already adopted the 4DWW, with others preparing to introduce it once fully staffed—making now a great time to join #teamOFG.

About the Role

The Admin Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth, efficient and professional running of the school’s administrative and HR functions. Working closely with the Headteacher and as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead and develop the Administration Team to deliver a comprehensive, confidential and high-quality service for pupils, staff, parents and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for maintaining robust systems, high standards of compliance and a welcoming, well-organised school environment.

• Working in partnership with the Headteacher to lead, develop and manage the Administration Team
• Providing strategic and operational leadership for administrative and HR services across the school
• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the Admin Department, ensuring efficiency, accuracy and confidentiality at all times
• Ensuring all stakeholders receive a consistently high standard of service
• Line management
• Managing the day-to-day performance, wellbeing and development of the administration team
• Referrals, admissions, attendance and reviews
• Ensuring requests for information relating to referrals are issued promptly and accurately
• HR and personnel administration
• Managing the setup and maintenance of accurate staff personnel files using Reach, PeopleXD and Info-Exchange systems

This role is ideal for an organised, proactive and confident leader who thrives on managing people, processes and priorities in a busy school environment.

About You

You will have:

• Proven experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Special Educational Needs (SEN) and complex needs
• Demonstrable experience delivering effective pastoral interventions and leading school initiatives that positively impact student achievement
• Previous experience in a pastoral leadership role
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) and a full UK driving licence

About Us

Papworth Hall School is in the picturesque village in Cambridgeshire. It is within close proximity to Huntingdon and Cambridge. Our new specialist school caters for young people with complex communication needs, autism and associated learning and emotional needs and has the capacity for 30 students.

For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. 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.

In 2025, Outcomes First Group was proudly certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.

Why Join Us?

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

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.

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

*4DWW subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.

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