Administration Assistant

Full Job Description

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Job Title:  Administration Assistant
Location:  Baston House School, Bromley, Kent, BR2 7AB
Hours:      37.5 per hours week | Monday–Friday | 8.30am - 4.30pm. 
Salary:      Up to £26,000. per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract:  Fixed term till May 2027 | Term Time plus 2 weeks
Start:         July 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Are you an organised, proactive and people-focused administrator looking to make a real difference?

We're looking for a highly motivated Administration Assistant to join our dedicated team at Baston House School. This is far more than a traditional admin role—you'll be at the heart of our school community, supporting pupils, families and colleagues to ensure everything runs smoothly, professionally and compassionately.

If you thrive in a busy environment, enjoy variety and take pride in delivering exceptional support, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Be the welcoming face of the school, managing reception duties and handling enquiries from visitors, families and professionals.
• Provide efficient, confidential administrative support across the school, maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Coordinate referrals, admissions, reviews and communications with families and external agencies.
• Support the smooth running of examinations, including entries, timetables and liaison with exam boards.
• Assist with recruitment administration, onboarding processes and maintaining staff records.
• Monitor attendance information and contribute to reporting and compliance requirements.
• Support finance and facilities administration, including invoices, petty cash and maintenance coordination.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the school remains organised, compliant and focused on delivering the very best outcomes for pupils.

We’re looking for someone who is:

• We're looking for someone who is:

  • Holds GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths (or equivalent).
  • Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • A confident communicator with a professional and welcoming approach.
  • Comfortable using IT systems, databases and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Discreet, trustworthy and able to handle confidential information sensitively.
  • Proactive, adaptable and solution-focused, thriving in a fast-paced environment.
  • A supportive team player who builds positive relationships with colleagues, pupils and families.

Experience within education, care or another regulated environment would be an advantage, but is not essential. If you bring enthusiasm, professionalism and a genuine desire to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us 

Baston House School is an independent day specialist school in Bromley, Kent, supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and associated needs. The school provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where pupils are fully included in all aspects of school life. Our focus is on developing academic skills, social understanding, emotional wellbeing, and independence, enabling each pupil to achieve positive outcomes and prepare for their next steps. By fostering a strong sense of community and personalised learning, Baston House ensures every pupil is valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone 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 Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. 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.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

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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