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 withinour 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! We are looking for an experienced School Administrator for our New Options School – River Mill School in Stratford St, Mary, Suffolk. .  Up to £25,000 per annum, depending on experience (not pro rata)  37.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday Permanent, Term Time only UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. About the role Working closely with the SLT you will be providing excellent administrative and customer services to a variety of stakeholders, establishing and maintaining efficient administrative systems and processes to support the effective running of the school with a focus on operational excellence and to meet the current and future needs of the school. Responsibilities  To provide an effective, timelyand confidential administration support to staff and managers as required  To ensure that relevant records and documents are kept up to date and are stored securely and confidentially at all times  To respond timely and with flexibility to urgent or last-minute staff/school requirements as a service providing function of the school  To support other colleagues with work that requires extra members of staff to complete the tasks  Ensure awareness that the school operates to agreed budgets and contribute to keeping within these budgets as instructed  Exercise vigilance in respect of Health and Safety and promptly report all hazards and/or remedy them where appropriate. Undertake all duties in a manner calculated to minimise or avoid unnecessary risks, personally or to others  Operate at all times in accordance with Company policies and procedures, with particular reference to Safeguarding, Adult/Child Protection, Complaints and Representations and Behaviour Policies Essential GCSE or equivalent  Experience working in a school environment Strong administration and communication skills Systems experience (highly desirable) Strong organisational and planning skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines About us Our New Options School will cater for pupils aged 5 to 11 with complex educational needs, communication difficulties and challenging behaviour primarily with a diagnosis of ASD. The school will have capacity for 72 pupils and is due to open Easter 2025.  For over 16 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, weare 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?  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 impacton 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 youmore time to do the things that make you happy.  #1