School Administrator

How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?

At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.

That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) 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 as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.

Job Title: School Administrator
Location: Orchard Manor, Near Kings Lynn, Downham Market, PE34 3HT
Salary: Up to £25,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2026
UK applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship

Are you organised, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced environment? At Orchard Manor, we’re looking for a School Administrator to join our friendly and dedicated team. You’ll play a key role in keeping our school running smoothly and supporting the operational and pastoral heartbeat of our community.

About the Role

As a School Administrator, you’ll be at the centre of school life, providing high-quality, confidential administrative support to staff, senior leaders, pupils, and visitors. Your work ensures the school operates efficiently while promoting a positive, welcoming environment for everyone.

Key responsibilities include:

- Providing accurate and timely administrative support to staff and senior leaders
- Maintaining secure, up-to-date records and documentation
- Managing communications and queries professionally and discreetly
- Supporting the wider admin team with projects and busy periods
- Assisting with scheduling, data entry, and general office duties
- Promoting a positive, welcoming, and professional image of the school
- Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, data protection, and health and safety policies

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is:

- Experienced in an administrative role, ideally within education or a similar setting
- Highly organised, with excellent multitasking and attention to detail
- Confident in both written and verbal communication
- IT proficient, including Microsoft Office and database management
- Flexible, dependable, and able to work independently or as part of a team

This is your opportunity to make a real difference — to be the calm in the storm, the voice of encouragement, and the person who helps our young people thrive. You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team where your contribution is valued, and your professional growth and wellbeing matter.

About us

Orchards Manor School, part of Options Autism, is a brand-new specialist school opening near King’s Lynn in Downham Market. The school will cater for up to 72 pupils aged 5 to 16 with a variety of complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).

Orchards Manor is an independent specialist school where the curriculum is thoughtfully designed around the specific needs of autistic learners and those with related needs. Education is supported by a fully integrated on-site clinical team, ensuring a holistic, person-centred approach to learning and wellbeing.

At Orchards Manor, we are committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where every pupil is supported to achieve their full potential.

For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.

Why join Options Autism?

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 the 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.

Benefits

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.

*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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