Pupil Administrator & Exams Officer

Description

How would you like to be 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.

We're proud to be taking part in a 4-Day Working Week Trial, meaning you could work one day less a week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.

4DWW will be rolled out within our school, when we have a full complement of staff - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us !

Job Title: Pupil Administrator / Exams Officer

Location: The Grange Therapeutic School, Knossington, Oakham LE15 8LY

Salary: GBP20,906.25 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Rota: Monday to Thursday 8.30am - 4.30pm, Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Start Date: October 2025

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Pupil Administrator / Exams Officer to join our close-knit team at The Grange Therapeutic School, part of Acorn Education.

Purpose of Role

To plan, organise and provide administrative support to the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team in an efficient, effective and timely way and in compliance with the requirements of Outcomes First Group Education and Care.To be responsible for the efficient and effective running of the administration of all internal and external examinations within the school, including liaising with staff, pupils, invigilators and examination boards, adhering to national regulations and guidelines.To maintain all pupil records and communication to a high standard.Administrative Contribution to Ofsted Inspections

Assist in the collation and printing of the termly student magazine and end of term school reporting cycleTransport/Taxi LiaisonTo handle incoming calls to the service, taking detailed and accurate messages and relaying them promptly to the appropriate personTo welcome visitors in a professional and courteous manner and promptly ensure that the appropriate person is informed of their arrival, arranging refreshments as requiredTo ensure that identification is seen and verified for all visitors to the siteDuties and Responsibilities

Provide word processing, administrative and clerical services in a professional and confidential manner to ensure correspondence is handled in a timely and appropriate manner and that good relations are maintained with parents, Local Authorities and other bodiesPlan and support internal and external enquiries, a reception of visitors and a busy switchboardCo-ordinate and support responses to emails, letters and telephone enquiries in a professional and sensitive mannerSupport and assist in the preparation of routine and monthly reports where necessaryLiaise with Senior Leadership Team and Heads of Departments to support them in fulfilling their roles and ensure compliance with school proceduresReception, answering telephone calls, taking messagesTo be responsible for managing the effective and efficient management and administration of external examinations in accordance with the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) regulations (on behalf of the JCQ member awarding bodies) and/or awarding body rules for exams administration in a consistent and secure fashion, thereby helping to maintain the integrity and security of the assessment processTo ensure all pupil records are kept up to date on both internal and external systems.For a full list of Duties and Responsibilities, please see the Job Description

About Us

The Grange Therapeutic School is an independent school for students aged 8 -18 years with social, emotional and mental health difficulties. Our school is based in a Victorian country house near Oakham with stunning views and fantastic facilities to develop not only the educational, but also the social and emotional needs of our pupils. With access to woods and lakes on site, the school has an ethos about delivering a personalised curriculum tailored to, and driven by, the individuals. Behaviour is currently rated as "Outstanding" by Ofsted.

We need hardworking, pupil centred staff who are resilient and willing to go the extra mile. In return we offer significant investment in your professional development, a supportive staff group and opportunities for progression.

Acorn Education is the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education. 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 Acorn Education?

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 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 AssurancePension 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 checksAnd 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 benefits100's 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. 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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