Attendance Admin Assistant (School Reception & Data)

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Excellent pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Extensive professional development

Job summary

Callerton Academy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Administration Assistant (Attendance) to join the supportive admin team. You will maintain attendance records, manage absence reporting, and assist with communications with parents and carers while providing reception support.

The role involves data management, event organisation and general office duties to ensure smooth day-to-day school operations. Experience in education and SIMS knowledge are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient ICT: Word and Excel.
• Able to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
• Excellent customer service to pupils, families, staff and visitors.
• Experience in administration; experience in an educational setting and knowledge of SIMS would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate attendance records and manage daily absence reporting.
• Support communication with parents and carers.
• Provide administrative and reception support.
• Assist with data management and record keeping.
• Organise events and support broader office functions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Customer service

Teamwork

SIMS knowledge

Tools

SIMS

Job description

Callerton Academy in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Administration Assistant (Attendance) to join the supportive admin team. You will maintain attendance records, manage absence reporting, and assist with communications with parents and carers while providing reception support.

The role involves data management, event organisation and general office duties to ensure smooth day-to-day school operations. Experience in education and SIMS knowledge are advantageous.