School Administrator / Receptionist

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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, and within the next year - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us #teamOFG!


Job Title: School Administrator/Receptionist

Location: Oakfield House School, Salwick

Salary: £11.50 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:00pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time plus 2 weeks

UK Applicants only.

If you really want to make your mark in a rapidly growing business that is committed to improving the lives of pupils and young people, we have the role for you! We're looking for an Administrator to join our team at Oakfield House School. Someone who is motivated by helping others, patient and resilient would be perfect for this role.

About the role

To deliver a professional, efficient and effective administration service to the School, and ensure that the School's safeguarding and health and safety procedures in relation to people entering and exiting the School building are implemented at all times.

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.

We want each young person at Oakfield House School to achieve their own ambitions and to live fulfilling and productive lives. We want you to encourage each individual to achieve their potential and dream big, despite of any challenges you or they may face. This can be achieved by assisting and supporting the class teachers with the agreed learning plans, whilst also being responsible for safeguarding the young people. This will include making sure they are healthy, safe and as comfortable as possible and assisting with the physical, emotional and personal care needs for each individual.

Who are we looking for?

Oakfield House School wants a responsible, friendly and thoughtful individual who has a passion for caring for and ultimately, making a difference to young lives. You will ideally understand some of the challenges that you could be faced with as it will be a challenging yet rewarding role.

We need someone who can work well within a team, has great communication skills, can manage their workload and be prepared for the varying difficulties the role may present. You also must have a Grade C or above GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths and have some experience in an Education Setting or with Special educational needs pupils is highly desirable.

About Us

Oakfield House School is an outstanding Primary School for autistic pupils and those associated with Autism/Learning or Complex Communication and Behaviour needs. The school has a strong and committed leadership team. Our school is a country house built in the 1880's, set in eight acres of beautiful parkland.

We cater for 45 boys and girls aged between 4 - 12 years old and we have been judged as Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted.

The Site is situated in Salwick near Preston and are within commutable distance from Preston, Blackpool, Chorley, Leyland and surrounding areas.

For over 16 years Options Autism have 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 new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

Why join Options Autism?

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


And that's not all, 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.


• 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.


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If you really want to make your mark in a rapidly growing business that is committed to improving the lives of pupils and young people, we have the role for you! We're looking for an Administrator to join our team at Oakfield House School. Someone who is motivated by helping others, patient and resilient would be perfect for this role., We need someone who can work well within a team, has great communication skills, can manage their workload and be prepared for the varying difficulties the role may present. You also must have a Grade C or above GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths and have some experience in an Education Setting or with Special educational needs pupils is highly desirable.

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)., Oakfield House School wants a responsible, friendly and thoughtful individual who has a passion for caring for and ultimately, making a difference to young lives. You will ideally understand some of the challenges that you could be faced with as it will be a challenging yet rewarding role., Oakfield House School is an outstanding Primary School for autistic pupils and those associated with Autism/Learning or Complex Communication and Behaviour needs. The school has a strong and committed leadership team. Our school is a country house built in the 1880's, set in eight acres of beautiful parkland.

We cater for 45 boys and girls aged between 4 - 12 years old and we have been judged as Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted.

The Site is situated in Salwick near Preston and are within commutable distance from Preston, Blackpool, Chorley, Leyland and surrounding areas.

For over 16 years Options Autism have 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 new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

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


And that's not all, 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.


• 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.


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