Attendance Administrator - Secondary Site

Greenwood Academies Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit Hub

Wellbeing Gateway

Employee Assistance Programme

Public sector pension

Job summary

Nottingham Academy, part of Greenwood Academies Trust, is seeking an administrative assistant to join the Attendance team. You will support attendance data, communications with families, and help coordinate safeguarding-related tasks in partnership with school staff.

The role focuses on efficient administration, confidentiality, and contributing to a safe, supportive environment for pupils. The post requires evidence of Right to Work in the UK before start.

Qualifications

• Experience providing administrative support in an education or school setting.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with pupils, families and staff.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the Attendance team.
• Assist with attendance data, registries and correspondence.
• Support safeguarding and family liaison activities as directed by team leads.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive environment for pupils and staff.

Skills

Administrative support

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The successful candidate will join a small experienced team to provide general administrative support to the Attendance team, who are responsible for the support and promotion of pupil attendance and take appropriate interventions where required, in relation to attendance and other issues including family issues, safeguarding etc which impact upon the educational welfare of children and young people.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

The Nottingham Academy, part of the Greenwood Academies Trust (GAT) is one of the largest 3-19 schools in the country, with its own nursery, primary, secondary and sixth form provision. We are an aspirational and inclusive Academy committed to our Respect Values. Through an inspirational curriculum, we facilitate great learning, exceptional progress and the development of character. We ensure all pupils achieve their potential and are ready for the next stage in their learning, training or employment. We pride ourselves on having an outstanding staff team, committed to providing the best for every child. They encourage the children to develop confidence and independence by ensuring positive attitudes and high standards. Our impressive buildings provide an excellent learning environment for our younger Academy pupils.

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people: Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

• Access to Benefit Hub - the world's largest discount marketplace
• A free Wellbeing Gateway platform and mobile app
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
• Lease a brand-new or pre-loved hybrid vehicle through our Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
• Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Dedicated ECT support programme
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Automatic pay progression
• Free parking on all sites
• Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
• Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders