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Attendance and Admissions Officer

Reed
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Hayes, Greater London UB3 3JH

Salary

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

Sonic Summary

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  • The position is for an Attendance and Admissions Officer employed for 41 weeks per year, including five training days, with main working hours from 8am to 3pm.
  • The role involves attendance monitoring, managing admissions, and providing general administrative support to ensure compliance with school policies.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in a similar administrative role, preferably in an educational setting, along with excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • The successful applicant will be responsible for liaising with parents and students, managing attendance systems, and handling admission inquiries.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, with a requirement of at least two years of relevant experience.
This is a term time only plus 3 weeks. The post holder is employed for 41 weeks per year, which includes five training days. Main working hours are 8am – 3pm.

Our client is seeking a dedicated Attendance and Admissions Officer to join their team and contribute to the smooth operation of our school’s administrative functions. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in attendance monitoring, admissions, and general administrative duties, ensuring compliance with school policies and statutory legislation.

Day to Day of the role:
  • Liaise with parents/carers and students regarding attendance issues and follow up on student absences.
  • Manage and monitor attendance systems, including Truancy Call, and maintain accurate attendance records.
  • Produce and interpret statistical data relating to attendance patterns and report to relevant parties.
  • Handle admission enquiries, manage the admissions process, and maintain the school’s waiting list in accordance with the Admission Policy.
  • Organise and support school events such as Year 6 – 7 admissions, including the Fair Banding testing process.
  • Respond to appeals and requests for feedback regarding admissions and coordinate with the Clerk to Governors and Appeal Panel members.
  • Provide administrative support to various school departments and assist in the development of school reward systems.
  • Maintain a high quality of data in school systems and ensure the filing of student records is up to date.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in a similar administrative role, preferably within an educational setting.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in using school Management of Information Systems and standard office software.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and in compliance with Data Protection/GDPR.
  • A flexible approach to work and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Commitment to the school’s ethos, equalities, and inclusion policies.
  • First Aid at Work certification is desirable.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.