Are you an organised and proactive administrator with a passion for improving pupil attendance?
Do you thrive in a busy school office environment where accuracy,munication, and safeguarding are key?
A busy and supportive school in the Nelson area is seeking a temporary School Attendance Administrator to join their friendly office team.
Your new role
As the School Attendance Administrator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school’s attendance processes. You will be the first point of contact for attendance related enquiries and will work closely with staff, parents, and external agencies to promote excellent pupil attendance.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Monitoring, recording, and analysing pupil attendance and punctuality on a daily basis
2. Following up on absences through phone calls, texts, and emails to parents and carers
3. Producing accurate daily, weekly, and termly attendance reports for senior leaders
4. Supporting thepletion of statutory attendance returns and census data
5. Liaising with pastoral staff and the local authority regarding persistent absence
6. Maintaining up-to-date pupil records using SIMS or other MIS systems
7. Assisting with admissions, leavers, and pupil data transitions
8. Providing general administrative support within the school office
9. Weing visitors and supporting reception duties when required
10. Ensuring all workplies with safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection policies
What you'll need to succeed
11. Previous experience in a school attendance office environment
12. Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
13. Confidence using Microsoft Office and school MIS systems (SIMS, Arbor, CPOMS desirable)
14. A professional, friendly, and calm approach when dealing with families and staff
15. The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
16. A flexible attitude and willingness to support wider office tasks
17. Amitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
What you'll get in return
18. Apetitive daily rate based on experience
19. Accrued holiday pay with flexible usage
20. Free, up-to-date online Safeguarding training
21. Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
22. The opportunity to earn £250 in vouchers through our referral scheme*