Attendance Administrative Assistant at Maiden Erlegh School In Reading

Maiden Erlegh School in Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Hybrid working

Professional development (CPD)

Job summary

MaidenErlegh School in Reading is seeking an organised Attendance Administrative Assistant to provide confidential administrative support to the attendance office. You will manage accurate records, student data and correspondence, contributing to clear communication with students, parents and carers and to strong attendance practice that supports wellbeing and learning.

The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and at least two years in administration, with familiarity of

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent and minimum two years' administrative experience.
• Knowledge of Bromcom packages is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, timely and confidential administrative support to the school attendance team.
• Produce and send standard attendance letters through the school's e-communication system and by post.
• Input, manage and maintain student attendance data accurately.
• Maintain attendance-related records and filing systems to support monitoring, review and decision-making.
• Support the preparation and administration of attendance information.
• Provide administrative support that enables effective communication with students, parents, carers, colleagues and outside agencies.
• Take minutes at relevant meetings when required.
• Undertake photocopying and other administrative duties within the attendance office as directed.
• Handle attendance-related information with confidentiality, accuracy and sensitivity.
• Work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

MS Office

Data entry

Confidentiality

Communication

Organisational skills

Data management

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Tools

Bromcom

Microsoft Office

Job description

About this Role

MaidenErlegh Trust is seeking an organised, accurate and professional AttendanceAdministrative Assistant to provide efficient, effective and confidentialadministrative support to the school attendance office.

Based atMaiden Erlegh School, you will support the attendance team with accurate recordkeeping, student data management, attendance correspondence and generaladministration. Your work will contribute to effective attendance processes,clear communication with students, parents and carers, and strong attendancepractice that supports student wellbeing and access to learning.

KeyResponsibilities

• Provide accurate, timely and confidential administrative support to the school attendance team.
• Produce and send standard attendance letters through the school's e-communication system and by post.
• Input, manage and maintain student attendance data accurately.
• Maintain attendance-related records and filing systems to support monitoring, review and decision-making.
• Support the preparation and administration of attendance information.
• Provide administrative support that enables effective communication with students, parents, carers, colleagues and outside agencies.
• Take minutes at relevant meetings when required.
• Undertake photocopying and other administrative duties within the attendance office as directed.
• Handle attendance-related information with confidentiality, accuracy and sensitivity.
• Work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders.

The IdealCandidate

You will have an NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent and a minimum of two years' experience in an administrative role. Knowledge of Bromcom packages is desirable.

You will also be able to:

• Communicate clearly and appropriately, both verbally and in writing.
• Respond to queries professionally and accurately.
• Use tact, diplomacy, confidentiality and sensitivity when handling information.
• Organise and prioritise your workload, manage your time and meet deadlines.
• Work accurately despite frequent interruptions and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Take ownership of allocated work and use initiative when required.
• Work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Use Microsoft Office and Excel competently.
• Input, manage and maintain student data accurately.
• Demonstrate a reliable, proactive, flexible and adaptable approach.
• Show a commitment to ongoing learning, development and the wellbeing and safety of children.

MaidenErlegh School in Reading (MER)

MaidenErlegh School in Reading is an ambitious, over-subscribed 11-16 secondary school in an urban context. The school is as committed to staff and student wellbeing as it is to delivering high-quality education.

Staff voice is central to shaping change and wellbeing priorities. The school benefits from excellent modern facilities and is proud of its vibrant, diverse student body who work hard and have high aspirations. A link to the school can be found here

AboutMaiden Erlegh Trust

Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5,000 students across eleven schools, including primary, secondary, special and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We Aim High, Be Inclusive and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all through collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities and our annual MET Staff Conference, a day that brings colleagues together to share best practice and learn from one another.

Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise, playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.

Further information about working with us, and insight from colleagues across the Trust, can be found here on our website.

Benefitsof Working with Maiden Erlegh Trust

Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work. Colleagues benefit from a wide range of opportunities and schemes, including :

• PensionScheme - Generous employer contributions through the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• AnnualLeave - Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service
• ME Day - One additional day's leave each year for a significant personal event
• ProfessionalDevelopment - Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities
• HybridWorking - Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles
• Perkbox - Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points
• Wellbeingand Health - Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible)
• EmployeeAssistance Programme - 24/7 support and discount schemes
• MentalHealth First Aid Support
• Recognitionand Community - Celebrating achievements and milestones across #TeamMET
• EmployeeReferral Scheme

AdditionalInformation

MaidenErlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references