School Administrator & Receptionist - Full-time

Underley Garden School; Capernwray; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education institution in the UK seeks a School Administrator & Receptionist to provide administrative support, maintain organisation, and create a welcoming environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong administration skills and a passion for working in a specialist SEN setting. This full-time position offers a unique 4-Day Working Week trial, among other benefits.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible benefits platform

Gift voucher at Christmas

Team Building Days

'Go Green Initiative'

Qualifications

• Experienced in administration with solid knowledge of relevant practices and software.
• Passion for working in a specialist SEN environment.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide vital administrative support to staff and managers.
• Respond to urgent requests from teaching and support staff.
• Maintain high standards of organisation, accuracy and confidentiality.
• Create a welcoming, professional environment for all visitors.
• Play a vital role in upholding the school's high standards.

Skills

Administration experience

Knowledge of relevant practices and software

Strong organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

School Administrator & Receptionist - Full-time

Location: Underley Garden School, Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ

Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8am - 4pm

Contract: Fixed Term, Full Time

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance and putting wellbeing first. We’re proud to be part of a 4‑Day Working Week trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full‑time pay. Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW and others are preparing to roll it out when fully staffed.

As part of Options Autism’s continued growth, we’re thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an Education Administrator to join our close‑knit, passionate team at Underley Garden School, a specialist SEN setting where every day brings new challenges and rewards.

Responsibilities

• Provide vital administrative support to staff and managers, managing essential records and coordinating communications.
• Respond to urgent requests from teaching and support staff.
• Maintain high standards of organisation, accuracy and confidentiality.
• Create a welcoming, professional environment for all visitors and the school community.
• Play a vital role in upholding the school’s high standards for organisation and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Experienced in administration with solid knowledge of relevant practices and software.
• Passion for working in a specialist SEN environment.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters: access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform – Vista, enabling you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
  • A wide range of health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • 100s 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 covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, plus paid fertility treatment support
• Additional School Benefits:
  • Gift voucher at Christmas
  • Medicash Wellbeing Health Expenses including Employee Assistance Programme and Anytime Healthline
  • Team Building Days
  • ‘Go Green Initiative’ – staff living outside a 10‑mile radius receive a payment for five days of travel per month (car‑sharing encouraged)

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

We place the outcomes of pupils at the heart of everything we do, ensuring a significant positive impact on their lives. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.