School Office & Attendance Lead

Wood Field Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym discounts

Cycle to work

Job summary

Wood Field Primary School in London is seeking an Office Supervisor to lead daily administrative operations, act as the main point of contact for staff, parents and visitors, and own whole-school attendance management. You will supervise office staff, coordinate reception during peak times, and work with teachers and senior leaders to keep the school welcoming, safe and well-organised.

You will contribute to a positive school environment by managing attendance trends and supporting punctuality,

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• A willingness to become involved in all aspects of school life.
• Ability to delegate daily tasks, coordinate reception desk coverage during peak hours (drop-off/pick-up), and maintain smooth office workflow.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily administrative operations, serving as a primary point of contact for staff, parents, and visitors to ensure the smooth running of the school environment.
• Own whole-school attendance management, monitoring daily registers, tracking attendance trends, and implementing proactive strategies to support student punctuality and minimize absence.
• Supervise office staff and oversee administrative procedures, collaborating closely with teachers and senior leaders to foster a safe, welcoming, and well-organized school community.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Attendance management

Job description

Wood Field Primary School in London is seeking an Office Supervisor to lead daily administrative operations, act as the main point of contact for staff, parents and visitors, and own whole-school attendance management. You will supervise office staff, coordinate reception during peak times, and work with teachers and senior leaders to keep the school welcoming, safe and well-organised.

You will contribute to a positive school environment by managing attendance trends and supporting punctuality,