NOW HIRING: Senior Administrative, Welfare & Attendance Officer
📍 Lambeth, London | 🕒 35 hours/week | 📅 Term-Time Only or Term-Time + 3 weeks (Negotiable)
📢 Start Date: ASAP, following compliance
Are you a highly organised school administrator looking to take on a varied and rewarding role in a welcoming, inclusive school environment? We're working with a fantastic primary school in Lambeth that is seeking a Senior Administrative, Welfare & Attendance Officer to join their busy front-office team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong experience in school administration, who is confident handling pupil welfare, attendance monitoring, and acting as the school's lead first aider.
🏫 About the School
This Lambeth primary school is known for its strong community ethos, inclusive values, and commitment to student wellbeing. You'll be joining a supportive and experienced admin team and playing a vital role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
The school is ideally looking for someone who:
Has worked in a school office or similar education setting
Understands the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality
Is confident using SIMS or another MIS
Can take initiative, stay calm under pressure, and engage with families and external agencies professionally
🔧 Key Responsibilities
Office Administration: Oversee day-to-day school office operations; support SLT and teaching staff; manage communications and documents.
Pupil Records & Admissions: Maintain accurate pupil data using SIMS; manage admissions, transfers, and end-of-year processes.
Attendance Monitoring: Track daily attendance; follow up on absences; liaise with families and external agencies; support attendance strategies.
First Aid & Welfare: Act as the Lead First Aider; administer first aid and medication; maintain medical records and supplies.
Front-of-House Duties: Serve as the first point of contact for parents and visitors; provide a welcoming and professional reception service.
School Systems & Reporting: Coordinate census data, school reports, and statutory returns; manage ParentPay or ParentMail communications.
Safeguarding & Compliance: Follow safeguarding procedures; maintain confidentiality; report concerns to the DSL.
SEN & Inclusion Support: Assist with SEN administrative tasks and monitor the inclusion inbox.
Team Support: Provide cover for colleagues and contribute to the wider administrative needs of the school.
👤 Who We're Looking For
You should be:
Highly organised and detail-oriented
Friendly, approachable, and confident engaging with a wide range of people
Able to manage competing priorities and maintain professionalism under pressure
Experienced in using SIMS or similar school systems
Knowledgeable in safeguarding principles
Willing to be (or already) first aid trained
A team player who understands how to contribute positively to school life
📋 Contract & Working Pattern
Hours: 35 hours per week
Working Weeks: Term-time only or term-time + 3 weeks (negotiable)
Location: Lambeth, London (postcode: SW2 2JE)
Contract Type: Temp, with potential for temp-to-perm for the right candidate
Start Date: As soon as compliance is complete