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At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!
How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?
Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).
4DWW will be rolled out within our school when we have a full complement of staff, within the next year – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!
Job Title: Administration Manager
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship
As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for an Administration Manager to join our close-knit team at Stretton Shires School.
About the role:
To work alongside the Headteacher to effectively develop and manage the Administration Team to provide comprehensive, confidential administrative support to the school. To be responsible for planning, developing, and implementing HR and administrative services within the school.
The Administration Manager is responsible for providing administrative management services to the school. This includes overseeing the Admin Department, maintaining high standards of HR, ensuring efficient administration services, and supervising the office staff.
Ensure all stakeholders benefit from high standards of service.
Member of the SLT and responsible for the Administration Department to provide a safe environment for pupils, staff, visitors, and contractors.
Main point of contact for central services – including HR, Recruitment, Resourcing, and IT.
English and Maths Grade C/4 or Equivalent
Relevant experience in an education administration role
We have a strong safeguarding culture, where pupils are listened to, respected, and involved in decisions.
About us
Set in the heart of the Rutland countryside, Stretton Shires School is an independent day and residential school catering for autistic young people and those with associated needs, offering specialist secondary education for pupils aged 11–18.
Established in 2005 as a residential home and school, we are currently growing our day pupil numbers, meaning we constantly need to recruit passionate and dedicated staff to support our growth aspirations.
Our aim for the young people coming to Stretton Shires is simple: we want every young person to progress developmentally, educationally, and socially. We want them to understand themselves and experience success. Through these actions, we can equip every young person with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.
For over 16 years, Options Autism has provided care and education to pupils, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering innovative approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
We are proud to be certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year in 2024.
Why join Options Autism?
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 mental health support and physical health checks
And through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, you can choose benefits such as:
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* Discount options in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Family Growth Support including enhanced maternity and paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
Every day, your role will positively impact the lives of pupils and vulnerable young adults, aligning with our core mission.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.
Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to enjoy life. 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.
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