Attendance Administrator

Unity Schools Partnership; Felixstowe; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Attendance Administrator at Langer Primary Academy is a part-time, term-time role (15 hours per week, 38 weeks per year) based in Felixstowe. You will promote attendance and punctuality, maintain accurate pupil records and work with families and external agencies to overcome barriers to education.

The post requires discretion, empathy and proactive communication with a wide range of stakeholders. Visits to the school are encouraged; safeguarding is a priority with enhanced DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Promote excellent attendance and punctuality
• Ensure accurate record keeping of pupil attendance
• Support families to overcome barriers to education
• Collaborate with Headteacher, staff, parents and external agencies to help children attend regularly

Job description

Contract: Permanent, 15 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (Term Time plus agreed additional hours)

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Every day in school matters.

At Langer Primary Academy, we are looking to appoint a warm, highly organised and proactive Attendance Administrator who shares our belief that strong partnerships with families and a relentless focus on attendance can have a transformational impact on children's lives and future opportunities.

This is an important and rewarding role at the heart of our school community. As Attendance Administrator, you will play a key part in promoting excellent attendance and punctuality, ensuring accurate record keeping, and supporting families to overcome barriers that may affect a child's ability to access education. Working closely with the Headteacher, school staff, parents and carers, and external agencies, you will help create a culture where every child is supported to attend school regularly, engage in their learning, and achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, able to manage a varied workload, and confident communicating with a wide range of stakeholders. You will combine strong administrative skills with empathy, professionalism and a positive, solution-focused approach when supporting children and families.

Situated just moments from the beautiful Suffolk coastline, Langer Primary Academy is a small, friendly and ambitious school where strong relationships, teamwork and a commitment to excellence underpin everything we do. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child feels valued, supported and inspired to succeed. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure the very best outcomes for all pupils, and we place a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and professional development.

As part of Unity Schools Partnership, you will benefit from being part of a wider network of schools committed to delivering exceptional educational experiences while maintaining the unique character and strengths of each individual school. You will have access to high-quality support, resources and opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust.

What we can offer

• A welcoming, supportive and friendly team where colleagues genuinely enjoy working together and supporting one another.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference to the lives of children and families within our community.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
• High-quality support from experienced Trust-wide teams.
• Opportunities for professional development, training and collaboration across Unity Schools Partnership.

This role would suit an experienced administrator who thrives in a busy environment and understands the importance of attention to detail, confidentiality and effective communication. Above all, we are seeking someone who is passionate about supporting children to access the education they deserve and who shares our commitment to ensuring that every child has the best possible start in life.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged during the week commencing 9 November. To arrange a visit, please contact the school via email at [e-mail] .

Closing Date: 09:00am, 12th November 2026.

Interviews: 18th November 2026

Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.

In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.

Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.

We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.