Administration Officer

Coombe House School; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Coombe House School in Chelmsford is seeking an outstanding Administrator for our new purpose-built special school. You will manage day-to-day administration, ensure safeguarding compliance and support staff and families in meeting the needs of children with complex behavioural, social and emotional difficulties.

The role is full-time and permanent, with term time plus weeks contract. DBS clearance and right to work in the UK are required, with references and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with complex behavioural, social and emotional difficulties.
• Evidence of professional references and DBS clearance.
• Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day administration of the school while ensuring compliance with safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
• Assist staff and families in managing needs of children with complex behavioural, social and emotional difficulties.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

DBS clearance

Staff and family support

Work in education setting

Job description

Administrator – Special School

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and energetic Administrator for our new purpose built school in Chelmsford.

Key Responsibilities

In this role you will support the day‑to‑day administration of the special school, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with safeguarding and regulatory requirements, and supporting staff and families in managing the needs of children with complex behavioural, social and emotional difficulties.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic with a strong understanding of and commitment to supporting children with complex behavioural, social and emotional difficulties.
• Evidence of professional references, and medical clearance for physical intervention.
• Successfully completed an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check, and right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
• Experience in a school or education setting is desirable.

Key Role Information

Job type: Full Time

Contract type: Permanent

Closing: 12/06/2026 12:17

Interview: To be confirmed

Contract term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks

Pay grade: NJC Support Outer Fringe | NJC12 - NJC14