Job Description:

Hays Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and well-established primary school in North Manchester to recruit an experienced Attendance Officer / School Administrator. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school environment and play a key role in ensuring high levels of attendance and effective day-to-day administration.

As the school's Attendance Officer / Administrator, you will be responsible for managing attendance procedures, maintaining accurate pupil records and supporting the wider administrative function of the school office.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring and recording pupil attendance and punctuality.
• Identifying attendance concerns and following up with parents/carers.
• Producing attendance reports and supporting attendance improvement initiatives.
• Managing school communications, including telephone and email enquiries.
• Maintaining pupil records and updating school databases.
• Supporting admissions, safeguarding and general office administration.
• Liaising with staff, parents, external agencies and senior leaders.
• Providing reception cover and acting as a first point of contact where required.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience working within a school administration or attendance role.
• Knowledge of attendance procedures within an education setting.
• Experience using school management systems such as Arbor, SIMS or Bromcom would be advantageous.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a busy school office team.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive hourly rate paid weekly.
• Dedicated support from your Hays consultant.
• Opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive primary school.
• Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.
• Access to Hays Training Hub and professional development opportunities.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact the Hays Education Manchester office for more information.

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