School Operations Support Assistant
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 10 Hydref 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £12.50 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 24 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | L10 |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 290737FAJ |
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How would you like to get 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.
That’s why we’re 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 it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Job Title: School Operations Support Assistant
Location: Hazel Cottage School, Fazakerley, Liverpool, L10 1LD
Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday–Friday
Rota: 9:30am–11:00am (Office) | 11:00am–2:30pm (Kitchen)
Salary: £12.50 per hour (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: October 2025
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
Hazel Cottage School is seeking a versatile and motivated School Operations Support Assistant to provide vital support across both the school office and kitchen. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of a busy, nurturing school environment, ensuring high standards of administration, safeguarding, catering, and pupil welfare.
Key Responsibilities
Provide professional support in the school office, handling calls, parental communications, and administrative tasks.
Ensure safeguarding, GDPR, IT security, and school policies are followed at all times.
Maintain accurate pupil records, manage attendance, and support EHCP processes as required.
Assist in the kitchen, preparing meals, serving food, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
Support Health & Safety compliance and safe working practices in both office and kitchen areas.
Collaborate effectively with staff, parents, and external agencies to support pupils’ wellbeing and school operations.
Participate in school events, meetings, and training as required.
Person Specification
GCSEs in English and Maths (essential)
Level 2 Food Hygiene or equivalent (essential)
Experience in administration and/or kitchen support, ideally in a school or similar environment
Competent in MS Office and data management systems
Excellent communication, organisation, and time-management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and initiative
Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and promoting inclusion
Desirable
Safeguarding or data protection training
Experience managing suppliers, contracts, or school events
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 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. 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 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
Family 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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At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.
That’s why we’re 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 it’s already in place or just around the corner, now’s the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Job Title: School Operations Support Assistant
Location: Hazel Cottage School, Fazakerley, Liverpool, L10 1LD
Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday–Friday
Rota: 9:30am–11:00am (Office) | 11:00am–2:30pm (Kitchen)
Salary: £12.50 per hour (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: October 2025
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the Role
Hazel Cottage School is seeking a versatile and motivated School Operations Support Assistant to provide vital support across both the school office and kitchen. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of a busy, nurturing school environment, ensuring high standards of administration, safeguarding, catering, and pupil welfare.
Key Responsibilities
Provide professional support in the school office, handling calls, parental communications, and administrative tasks.
Ensure safeguarding, GDPR, IT security, and school policies are followed at all times.
Maintain accurate pupil records, manage attendance, and support EHCP processes as required.
Assist in the kitchen, preparing meals, serving food, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
Support Health & Safety compliance and safe working practices in both office and kitchen areas.
Collaborate effectively with staff, parents, and external agencies to support pupils’ wellbeing and school operations.
Participate in school events, meetings, and training as required.
Person Specification
GCSEs in English and Maths (essential)
Level 2 Food Hygiene or equivalent (essential)
Experience in administration and/or kitchen support, ideally in a school or similar environment
Competent in MS Office and data management systems
Excellent communication, organisation, and time-management skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and initiative
Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality, and promoting inclusion
Desirable
Safeguarding or data protection training
Experience managing suppliers, contracts, or school events
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 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. 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 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
Family 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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