School Administrator

Outcomes First Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational organization is looking for an enthusiastic School Administrator to join Manor Wood School in Bristol. The position entails managing school operations, maintaining documentation, and supporting staff and families in a warm, welcoming environment. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills, IT confidence, and a proactive mindset. Offering a competitive salary, this role is vital in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the school within a supportive team setting.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

Access to mental health support services

Cycle to Work Schemes

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative role, ideally within a school or SEN environment.
• Strong ability to manage records and documentation with precision.
• Exceptional communication skills to respond to queries effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage school operations and maintain a welcoming environment.
• Coordinate communication and documentation effectively.
• Uphold safeguarding and regulatory standards in the school.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

IT confidence

Proactive mindset

Ability to work independently

Adaptable mindset

Collaborative mindset

Education

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Job description

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

Role: School Administrator
Location: Manor Wood School, Bishopsworth, Bristol, BS13 8AG
Salary: £25,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an experienced and enthusiastic School Administrator to join our brand-new school, Manor Wood School. This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the heart of a developing SEN school, playing a pivotal role in creating a warm, organised and welcoming environment where both students and staff can flourish.

About the Role

This is more than an admin role—it’s a chance to make a real difference every day.

As our School Administrator, you’ll be the friendly, capable presence that keeps everything running smoothly. From the first phone call to the final bell, you’ll help ensure our school operates efficiently, calmly and with care. You’ll support staff, pupils and families alike, bringing structure, professionalism and compassion to everything you do.

No two days will be the same. You’ll:

• Manage records and documentation with precision and confidentiality
• Be the go-to person for queries, communication and coordination
• Support meetings, processes and day-to-day school operations
• Respond positively and flexibly to the dynamic nature of an SEN environment

Working closely with our wider Administration Team, you’ll help uphold safeguarding, data protection and regulatory standards—while always keeping our pupils’ wellbeing at the centre of everything you do.

What You’ll Bring

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Previous experience in an administrative role (school or SEN experience is a plus)
• Excellent organisational skills and IT confidence
• A proactive, adaptable and supportive mindset
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively

About Us

Our new Acorn School – Manor Wood School in Bishopsworth, Bristol has a capacity for 80 pupils and opened in May 2025. The school is a co-educational provision for pupils with complex needs including SEMH.

We are proud to provide a supportive yet challenging learning environment where every pupil has the opportunity to develop their full potential – whether academically, vocationally, in sports, or through personal achievements.

As an inclusive school, we offer a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to each child’s unique needs. This personalised approach enables every pupil to progress at their own pace while building the skills and confidence to meet future challenges.

We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults 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 and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

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.

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.