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School Administrator / Exams Officer
Location: Groveside School, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7AY
Salary: £25,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time plus 2 weeks
Start: January 2026
UK Applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship
About the role
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated School Administrator / Exams Officer to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support across the school. This is a key front‑facing role, combining reception duties, pupil administration and responsibility for the smooth running of the school’s examination processes in a growing school community.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide professional and welcoming reception services, acting as the first point of contact for visitors and enquiries
* Deliver high‑quality, confidential administrative support to staff and senior leaders
* Manage and oversee the school’s examinations process, ensuring compliance with awarding body requirements
* Support pupil attendance systems and work closely with the Family Engagement Leader and Senior Leadership Team
* Provide effective administrative support to the SENCo, including maintaining accurate and secure records
* Act as a trained First Aider on site (training provided)
What we offer
* A supportive, collaborative and experienced staff team
* A strong induction programme tailored to your experience and development
* Ongoing professional learning and career development opportunities
* The chance to make a meaningful contribution to pupils’ outcomes and wellbeing
About You
* Highly organised, efficient and confident in managing competing priorities
* A strong communicator who is approachable, calm and professional under pressure
* Passionate about building positive relationships with pupils and families
* Resilient, adaptable and able to work effectively in a dynamic school environment
* Committed to safeguarding, confidentiality and professional standards
About Us
Groveside School is a Brand‑New Special Educational Needs School for Pupils 7 – 16 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. Our school opened in September 2024 and will cater for 60 pupils. To the ideal candidate, Groveside School offers the following opportunities:
* To work in a school that is passionate about all achievement for all pupils
* To work with fantastic pupils who enjoy a dynamic and engaging curriculum
* To begin your journey with a strong induction programme tailored to your experience and needs
* To engage collaboratively within a very supportive environment where professional development is an essential aspect of our daily practice
* To develop your career
* To be committed to creating exceptional pupil experiences and learning for all
Benefits
* 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
Flexible Benefits Platform
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* Hundreds 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.
★You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.
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.
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