Attendance and Admissions Officer

Firwood High School; Bradshaw; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Firwood High School is seeking an experienced Attendance and Admissions Officer to support our growing pupil numbers. The role covers attendance management, admissions coordination, and data accuracy within a dynamic school setting.

You will work 37 hours per week, term time with 10 additional days, with a salary at Grade E. Start date ASAP on a full-time permanent contract. We value dedicated, professional staff and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Experienced in business administration in a school setting with a focus on processes surrounding students and ensuring regulatory and legal requirements.
• Able to go the extra mile with a positive, proactive approach to support pupils and families.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage attendance records and admissions processes for prospective and current pupils.
• Maintain accurate student data and file management in line with safeguarding and data-protection policies.
• Liaise with staff, parents, and external bodies to coordinate admissions and attendance procedures.

Skills

School administration

Attendance

Admissions

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Due to the rapid expansion of our school and increasing student numbers, we are now seeking to appoint an experienced Attendance and Admissions Officer who is willing to ‘go the extra mile’ and is passionate about School.

As Firwood belongs to the wider Woodbridge Trust where there are opportunities for professional partnerships, continued professional learning and a strong ethos committed to enabling all our children and young people engage with their learning in a meaningful manner.

Applicants should be experienced in business administration in a school setting with a focus on processes surrounding students, with the ability to ensure these are carried out to regulatory and legal requirements.

We require an Attendance and Admissions Officer who is prepared to ‘go the extra mile’ for our very special young people.We will offer you:

A challenging yet rewarding working environment working with inspirational young people

Professional development to support you in your career

Hardworking, dedicated, professional and enthusiastic staff

The benefits of working in an innovative and forward-thinking school

Supportive leadership and real opportunities to develop as a leader

A genuinely happy and caring place to work

Strong links with the community

High standard facilities

Contract: Full time and permanent

Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Grade E
Working Hours: 37 hrs per week, Term Time & 10 days

Firwood is an exciting place to be and if you are a team player with a commitment to the highest quality provision for pupils with SEN then we would like to hear from you.

Closing Date for applications: 15th November 2026

Shortlisting: w/c 16th November 2026

Interviews and task: w/c 23rd November 2026

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be
undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.