Administration Manager

JR United Kingdom; Stretton; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational institution as an Administration Manager, where you will play a crucial role in supporting the administration team and managing key HR functions. Enjoy a unique work-life balance with a 4-Day Working Week trial and a supportive work culture emphasizing pro-active wellbeing and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits Platform

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Mental health support

Paid fertility treatments

Discount options in the UK and abroad

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in an education administration role required.
• Knowledge of HR and administrative processes valued.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Administration Team and provide comprehensive administrative support.
• Ensure efficient administrative services and maintain high HR standards.
• Act as the main point of contact for central services, including HR and IT.

Skills

HR Management

Administrative Support

Organizational Skills

Communication

Education

English and Maths Grade C/4 or Equivalent

Job description

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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 the 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

Salary: £30,000 per annum

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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 school. Responsibilities include planning, developing, and implementing HR and administrative services within the school.

The Administration Manager oversees the Admin Department, maintains high standards of HR, ensures efficient administrative services, and supervises office staff.

Ensure all stakeholders benefit from high standards of service.

Member of the SLT and responsible for providing a safe environment for pupils, staff, visitors, and contractors.

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

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 decisions.

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, which requires recruiting passionate and dedicated staff to support our growth.

Our aim for the young people is to ensure their developmental, educational, and social progress, helping them understand themselves and experience success, equipping them with skills for the future.

Options Autism has provided care and education for over 16 years to pupils, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we lead in setting and delivering innovative approaches that provide measurable outcomes.

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

Why join Options Autism?

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, with an exceptional reward package including:

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

Additional benefits through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, include:

• A range of 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 paid fertility treatments

Our focus remains on the outcomes for pupils and vulnerable young adults, meaning your role will positively impact lives daily.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully 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, providing more personal time. 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.

Please note, non-UK passport holders may require a work permit. More info on our Blog.

Bank or payment details should not be provided when applying. Applications via the 'Apply now' button only.

Created on 04/06/2025 by JR, United Kingdom