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How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?Read all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application.At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance and were putting wellbeing first.Thats why were 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 its already in place or just around the corner, nows the perfect time to join #teamOFG.Job Title: Education AdministratorLocation: Underley Garden School, Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZSalary: 27,560.00 per annum (Not pro rata)Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 8am - 4pmContract: Fixed Term, Full TimeStart Date: December 2026UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.Are you organised, detail-focused, and ready to make a real impact? As part of Options Autisms continued growth, were 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.About the RoleStep into a key role that keeps our school running smoothly and efficiently. Youll be the heartbeat of our busy SEN environment, providing vital administrative support to staff and managers, managing essential records, coordinating communications, and ensuring a warm, professional welcome for students, parents, and visitors alike.No two days will be the same as you balance a variety of tasks from responding to urgent requests, supporting both teaching and support staff, to maintaining high standards of organisation, accuracy, and confidentiality. Your contribution will directly support the safe, nurturing environment where every student can flourish.What Youll Be DoingManaging and maintaining accurate, confidential recordsCoordinating effective communication between staff, families, and external partnersHandling a diverse range of administrative tasks that keep daily operations on trackSupporting staff with urgent requests and helping the school deliver a seamless experienceCreating a welcoming, professional environment for all visitors and school community membersPlaying a vital role in upholding the schools high standards for organisation and confidentialityWho Were Looking ForExperienced in administration, with solid knowledge of relevant practices and softwareConfident working both independently and collaboratively within a busy teamExcellent communicator, comfortable drafting letters, memos, and handling sensitive informationOrganised and efficient with strong time management skills and the ability to juggle priorities under pressureTech-savvy with good IT skills to support daily administrative functionsAdaptable, reliable, and committed to supporting the wellbeing and success of our studentsAbout UsUnderley Garden School is a large school with small class sizes, focusing on pupils, aged 5-19, who have a range of complex needs associated with autism and learning disabilities, including complex communication, sensory and behavioural needs associated with their disabilities.Our School adopts a holistic, person-centred approach to the development of our pupils and endeavours to ensure that they achieve as high a standard as possible. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of education, care and therapy to meet the individual requirements of students with complex special educational needs.At Underley Garden, we aim to make a positive difference to the personal, social and learning lives of the people entrusted to our care.Located near the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale on the edge of the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales in a commutable distance of Lancaster, Cumbria and surrounding areas.For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. 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 in our services at the heart of everything we do, so youll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.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.BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase your contributionsYour Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checksAnd a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.Additional School BenefitsBirthday ChocolatesGift Voucher at ChristmasMedicash Wellbeing Health Expenses including Employee Assistance Programme and Anytime HealthlineTeam Building Days'Go Green Initiative' - Every staff member who lives outside of a 10-mile radius from Underley Garden will receive a payment for five days travel per month. We encourage car sharing where possibleWe reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Youll 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 benefitOutcomes 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.#1