Attendance and Admissions Officer

Danetree Primary School; Epsom; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Danetree Primary School in Epsom is seeking an Attendance and Admissions Officer to ensure fair access to education and maintain compliant pupil records.

You will oversee the full admissions process, drive attendance, and collaborate with the Inclusion Team to support positive outcomes for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Proven experience in providing administration support with the education sector.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with families, staff, and external agencies.
• A passion for supporting children’s well-being and removing barriers to learning, with a proactive and compassionate approach.
• Confident, self-motivated, and well-organised, with a positive attitude and commitment to professional development.
• Strong ICT skills and a willingness to participate in wider school and community life.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full admissions process.
• Maintain accurate and compliant pupil records.
• Drive high levels of attendance across the school.
• Work closely with the Inclusion Team to support positive outcomes for all pupils.

Skills

Attention to detail

Administration experience

Communication skills

Empathy and proactiveness

Organised and professional

ICT skills

Job description

About Danetree Primary School

Danetree is a four-form entry, Ofsted rated OUTSTANDING School set in fantastic grounds in West Ewell, Epsom. Our forward-thinking approach and dedicated staff aim to provide the best education for our children.

As an academy within GLF Schools, we benefit from sharing outstanding resources, and support in every aspect of school life from learning and teaching to staffing and educational expertise.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education.

We can offer you:

• The support of GLF schools and the opportunity to be part of an inspirational, growing, and dynamic organisation
• Exceptional professional development opportunities through a tailored CPD programme
• An exciting opportunity to work within a growing school, shaping the future and strategic direction
• Confident, enthusiastic, and well-behaved children who enjoy learning
• A commitment to providing children with high quality learning opportunities

GLF Schools Employment Offer

• GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Your Opportunity

The Attendance and Admissions Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring every pupil has fair access to education and that the school meets all statutory responsibilities. The postholder will oversee the full admissions process, maintain accurate and compliant pupil records, and drive high levels of attendance across the school, working closely with the Inclusion Team to support positive outcomes for all pupils.

What we are looking for

• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Proven experience in providing administration support with the education sector
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with families, staff, and external agencies
• A passion for supporting children’s well-being and removing barriers to learning, with a proactive and compassionate approach
• Confident, self-motivated, and well-organised, with a positive attitude and commitment to professional development
• Strong ICT skills and a willingness to participate in wider school and community life

The Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Salary: £27,061 FTE Pro Rata Salary: £16,166.96
• Hours: 25 hours a week - Monday to Friday, 8am to 1pm (39 weeks incl. INSET)
• Grade: GLF Specialist Point 1
• Contract: Permanent
• Closing Date: Sunday 6th September at 11.59pm
• Interview Date: TBC