Attendance Administrator

Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form; Banbury; On-site; GBP 6,400 - 7,800; Part time

Job summary

Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form in Banbury is seeking an Attendance Administrator for 12 hours per week during term time. The role runs Monday to Wednesday from 08:00 to 12:00, with a salary of £7,074 per annum.

You will support attendance processes and work with students, parents and staff to promote punctuality and record attendance accurately. The post requires excellent communication, attention to detail, and empathy with the Catholic ethos; safeguarding and

Qualifications

• Front-facing school role requiring excellent communication.
• Attention to detail in attendance records.
• Ability to work calmly and professionally in a busy environment.
• Empathy for the Catholic ethos and safeguarding duties.

Responsibilities

• Support the school’s attendance processes; record attendance and absence information accurately and follow up promptly.
• Collaborate with the Attendance Officer, students, parents/carers, pastoral staff and the wider school team to promote good attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Attendance Administrator

To start a soon as possible

12 hours per week, term time only

Monday - Wednesday 08:00-12:00 (midday)

Grade 4, commencing point 4, actual ‘term time only’ salary equates to £7,074 per annum

Blessed George Napier is a popular, over-subscribed, Catholic School in Banbury with an excellent reputation for both academic achievement and student welfare.

“Pupils are keen to be part of this thoughtful and inclusive school… enjoying learning and showing kindness are part of everyday life… Pupils talk positively about the support provided for their physical and mental well-being… and study an ambitious curriculum.” Latest Ofsted report

Working mornings only, you will play a key role in supporting the school’s attendance processes, ensuring that student attendance and absence information is recorded accurately and followed up promptly. You will work closely with our Attendance Officer, students, parents/carers, pastoral staff and the wider school team to promote good attendance and punctuality.

This is an important front-facing role within the school, requiring excellent communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to remain calm and professional in a busy environment.

Our people are at the heart of our success and in return we can offer:

• An exciting opportunity to work with an outstanding and supportive team
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Genuine commitment to employee health and wellbeing, including a dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to education staff discount schemes

All applicants must be able to demonstrate an empathy for, and understanding of, the Catholic Christian ethos of the school.

Please note that we will evaluate applications on receipt and may contact suitable candidates for interview before the closing date. Therefore, the advert may close earlier than indicated so submitting an early application is recommended.

If you have any questions, or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact our HR Department.

Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form, part of The Pope Francis Catholic Multi Academy Company, has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) and where relevant, a childcare disqualification check. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks including two suitable references, evidence of Right to Work, Medical Clearance and, where applicable, a prohibition check and evidence of qualifications. All successful candidates will be required to present photographic ID and/or their birth certificate along with evidence of any name changes.

This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.