Attendance Admin & General Office Assistant

anzuk Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A friendly primary school in Greater London seeks an Attendance Administrator and General Office Assistant. This full-time role involves managing attendance, liaising with parents, and performing general office tasks. Ideal candidates have prior school office experience and strong organizational skills. The position is available immediately and aims to support the smooth operation of the school office. An Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a UK school office, preferably with attendance experience.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply.
• Available to start immediately for a full-time, long-term role.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily attendance registers and monitoring absences.
• Following up on lateness and unexplained absences.
• Liaising with parents regarding attendance matters.
• Answering phone calls and responding to emails.
• Greeting visitors and supporting front office duties.
• General administration including filing, data entry, and record keeping.
• Supporting senior leaders and teaching staff as required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Our agency is currently recruiting on behalf of a friendly and well‑run primary school in Havering for an Attendance Administrator and General Office Assistant. This is a full‑time, long‑term opportunity starting immediately. The school is seeking a reliable, organised, and confident administrator to support attendance procedures and the smooth day‑to‑day running of the school office. This role is ideal for someone with previous school office experience who is comfortable working in a busy environment and liaising with parents, staff, and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily attendance registers and monitoring absences
• Following up on lateness and unexplained absences
• Liaising with parents regarding attendance matters
• Answering phone calls and responding to emails
• Greeting visitors and supporting front office duties
• General administration including filing, data entry, and record keeping
• Supporting senior leaders and teaching staff as required

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a UK school office (attendance experience desirable)
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply
• Available to start immediately for a full‑time, long‑term role
• Strong communication and organisational skills