School Administrator / Exam Officer
| Posting date: | 09 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 January 2026 |
| Location: | Reading |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 297908FAJ |
Summary
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 Administrator / Exams Officer
Location: Groveside School, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7AY
Salary: £25,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time plus 2 weeks
Start: January 2026
UK Applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated School Administrator / Exams Officer to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support across the school. This is a key front-facing role, combining reception duties, pupil administration and responsibility for the smooth running of the school’s examination processes in a growing school community.
Key Responsibilities
Provide professional and welcoming reception services, acting as the first point of contact for visitors and enquiries
Deliver high-quality, confidential administrative support to staff and senior leaders
Manage and oversee the school’s examinations process, ensuring compliance with awarding body requirements
Support pupil attendance systems and work closely with the Family Engagement Leader and Senior Leadership Team
Provide effective administrative support to the SENCo, including maintaining accurate and secure records
Act as a trained First Aider on site (training provided)
What We Offer
A supportive, collaborative and experienced staff team
A strong induction programme tailored to your experience and development
Ongoing professional learning and career development opportunities
The chance to make a meaningful contribution to pupils’ outcomes and wellbeing
About You
Highly organised, efficient and confident in managing competing priorities
A strong communicator who is approachable, calm and professional under pressure
Passionate about building positive relationships with pupils and families
Resilient, adaptable and able to work effectively in a dynamic school environment
Committed to safeguarding, confidentiality and professional standards
This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional administrator to play a vital role in supporting pupils, families and staff, and to contribute to the continued success of the school.
About Us
Groveside School is a Brand-New Special Educational Needs School for Pupils 7 - 16 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. Our school opened in September 2024 and will cater for 60 pupils.
To the ideal candidate, Groveside School offers the following opportunities:
To work in a school that is passionate about all achievement for all pupils.
To work with fantastic pupils who enjoy a dynamic and engaging curriculum.
To begin your journey with a strong induction programme tailored to your experience and needs.
To engage collaboratively within a very supportive environment where professional development is an essential aspect of our daily practice.
To develop your career.
To be committed to creating exceptional pupil experiences and learning for all.
We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth 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 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.
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
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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 Administrator / Exams Officer
Location: Groveside School, Reading, Berkshire, RG2 7AY
Salary: £25,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time plus 2 weeks
Start: January 2026
UK Applicants only – this role does not offer sponsorship
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated School Administrator / Exams Officer to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support across the school. This is a key front-facing role, combining reception duties, pupil administration and responsibility for the smooth running of the school’s examination processes in a growing school community.
Key Responsibilities
Provide professional and welcoming reception services, acting as the first point of contact for visitors and enquiries
Deliver high-quality, confidential administrative support to staff and senior leaders
Manage and oversee the school’s examinations process, ensuring compliance with awarding body requirements
Support pupil attendance systems and work closely with the Family Engagement Leader and Senior Leadership Team
Provide effective administrative support to the SENCo, including maintaining accurate and secure records
Act as a trained First Aider on site (training provided)
What We Offer
A supportive, collaborative and experienced staff team
A strong induction programme tailored to your experience and development
Ongoing professional learning and career development opportunities
The chance to make a meaningful contribution to pupils’ outcomes and wellbeing
About You
Highly organised, efficient and confident in managing competing priorities
A strong communicator who is approachable, calm and professional under pressure
Passionate about building positive relationships with pupils and families
Resilient, adaptable and able to work effectively in a dynamic school environment
Committed to safeguarding, confidentiality and professional standards
This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional administrator to play a vital role in supporting pupils, families and staff, and to contribute to the continued success of the school.
About Us
Groveside School is a Brand-New Special Educational Needs School for Pupils 7 - 16 years old with Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs. Our school opened in September 2024 and will cater for 60 pupils.
To the ideal candidate, Groveside School offers the following opportunities:
To work in a school that is passionate about all achievement for all pupils.
To work with fantastic pupils who enjoy a dynamic and engaging curriculum.
To begin your journey with a strong induction programme tailored to your experience and needs.
To engage collaboratively within a very supportive environment where professional development is an essential aspect of our daily practice.
To develop your career.
To be committed to creating exceptional pupil experiences and learning for all.
We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth 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 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.
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
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