Senior Administrator

Witherslack Group Ltd.; Wythenshawe; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days holiday

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing tools and advice

Employee assistance

Medical cover

Recruit-a-friend £1,000 bonus

Job summary

Witherslack Group is opening a new school in the Wythenshawe area and seeks an experienced Office Administrator to support day-to-day operations. You will manage the office, diary, HR admin and payroll checks, and oversee filing to ensure smooth running as the school opens in September 2026.

You will join a diverse team at a purpose-built SEND setting, enjoying 35 days holiday, flexible benefits, wellbeing support and safeguarding commitment.

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience.
• Experience managing a team of administrators.
• High degree of computer literacy.
• Be able to keep a lot of plates spinning.
• Hard working, friendly and dependable; build rapport with young people where needed.

Responsibilities

• Managing the office, diary management and reception duties.
• Support to Head Teacher and HR administration.
• Check payroll with attendance records.
• Set up processes and systems to keep operations running smoothly.

Skills

Administration experience

Team management

Computer literacy

Multitasking

Reliability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Please Note: This role is to be shortlisted in the 1st week of September with interviews in the following week. The advert will close end of August and hire date will commence as soon as possible post interview.

Huge Small Victories

Our teams are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference

Get out what you put in

You’ll be in charge of managing the office, ranging from meeting and diary management and providing support to the Head Teacher, HR administration and checking payroll with attendance records. You’ll be involved in running the reception and responsibility for accurate files. With your efficient, professional approach and ability to set up processes and systems, you’ll keep things running smoothly.

One of the best environments in SEND

Opening in September 2026, Bowersgate School is a purpose built, brand new, state of the art school. The school will cater for up to 72 pupils aged 6 – 16 with a wide range of needs including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. This new exciting opportunity serves Wythenshawe and the wider communities, you are at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.

What we do for you

• Training: A full induction and on the job training
• Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 35 days holiday including bank holidays
• Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefitshere
• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schoolshere
• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time

Bring your whole-self to work

Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we’re looking for will:

• Have previous administration experience
• Ideally have experience managing a team of administrators
• Have a high degree of computer literacy
• Be able to keep a lot of plates spinning!
• Be hard working, friendly and dependable and able to build a natural rapport with our young people

Interested in joining us?

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD