Job Title: School Administrator
Location: Park School, Chipping Norton
Salary: £11,000 per annum
Hours: 15-20 hours per week, mornings (Mon – Fri)
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Are you an Administrator committed to improving the lives of children and young people?
We are looking for an experienced Administrator to join our fantastic team at Park School, Chipping Norton. As part of the team you will assist in managing the financial operations of the site, and will provide administrative and clerical functions for the school and its staff, ensuring that the services are provided in an efficient, effective and timely way and in compliance with the requirements of the group and the school senior leadership team.
You will be well supported and line-managed by our Senior Administrator. You will hold a central role within our growing staff teams across both care and education - a team of over 200 staff. All our administrators work closely with the centralised services teams provided by our parent group, the Outcomes first Group, who will provide you with all the training and support needed both as you start and routinely thereafter in addition to supporting you with your career ambitions through exceptional ongoing training and support. You will work closely with a Senior Finance Manager who supports several services within the Outcome first Group on a daily basis.
About us:
Park School is an independent specialist day school for boys and girls aged from 7 to 18, catering for children with a wide range of social, emotional and mental health needs. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.
We pride ourselves in steering children in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them both academically and socially to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students, so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live.
Acorn Education & Care is the UK’s leading independent provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable children and young people. 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.
Why join us?
We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment and the chance to be part of a fantastic multidisciplinary team, who work hard and support each other to deliver personalised, bespoke education & care. Our benefits package includes free parking, shopping discounts and cashback via our ‘Rewards Hub’, and access to content on mindfulness, fitness, recipes and much more as part of our ‘Your Wellbeing Matters’ programme.
As well as opportunities for internal promotion, you will have access to high-quality Continuing Professional Development to help pursue your own personal goals. We also offer accredited training programmes including Diplomas and NVQs, supplemented by ongoing learning opportunities.
Ultimately, all of our roles give you the opportunity to enrich the lives of young people and make a positive difference.
Acorn Education and Care is part of Outcomes First Group. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully Enhanced DBS.