School Admin & Attendance Officer

Derby City Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Derby City Council seeks an enthusiastic Administration Assistant Attendance at Alvaston Infant & Nursery School. 30 hours per week, part-time, permanent following a 6‑month probation, 40 weeks a year. The role includes school attendance duties and general admin in a supportive environment.

We offer a positive team culture, safeguarding responsibilities and training. Closing date 12:00 Noon 01 October 2026; interviews 5 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Values good working relations with all stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the school
• Will support the aims and child focused ethos at Alvaston Infant & Nursery School
• Works well as part of a busy team and remains calm under pressure

Responsibilities

• We are appointing an enthusiastic School Administration and Attendance Officer to join a dedicated team at Alvaston Infant & Nursery School.
• Provide school administration support and manage attendance processes.
• Support safeguarding and promote the welfare of young people alongside the team

Job description

Derby City Council seeks an enthusiastic Administration Assistant Attendance at Alvaston Infant & Nursery School. 30 hours per week, part-time, permanent following a 6‑month probation, 40 weeks a year. The role includes school attendance duties and general admin in a supportive environment.

We offer a positive team culture, safeguarding responsibilities and training. Closing date 12:00 Noon 01 October 2026; interviews 5 October 2026.