Attendance Admin Officer — Help Every Child Succeed

Bournemouth Borough Council; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Heathlands Primary School, part of Coastal Learning Partnership, is seeking an Attendance Admin Officer to join the busy school office team. You will be the first point of contact for pupils and families, helping to ensure excellent attendance and smooth administrative support.

This 30 hours per week role at Heathlands Primary Academy and Pre-School offers a rewarding position within a supportive Trust, starting November 2026 with a closing date of 16 November and interview on 19 November.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and database systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead administration of the school's attendance processes with senior leaders.
• Support pupil admissions and maintain accurate pupil records.
• Prepare and submit key school data returns and management reports.
• Provide a welcoming reception for pupils, parents, staff and visitors.
• Support the smooth running of the school office with administrative duties.
• Contribute to pupil welfare including first aid and safeguarding training.

Skills

Administrative experience

Excellent communication

Organised and able to prioritise

Teamwork and initiative

Customer facing

Tools

Microsoft Office

School MIS systems

Job description

Heathlands Primary School, part of Coastal Learning Partnership, is seeking an Attendance Admin Officer to join the busy school office team. You will be the first point of contact for pupils and families, helping to ensure excellent attendance and smooth administrative support.

This 30 hours per week role at Heathlands Primary Academy and Pre-School offers a rewarding position within a supportive Trust, starting November 2026 with a closing date of 16 November and interview on 19 November.