School Reception & Attendance Coordinator

Veritas Education Recruitment; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Wakefield is seeking a highly organized School Administrator to support school operations. In this pivotal role, you will manage student reception, oversee attendance processes, and provide administrative support while liaising with staff, parents, and external agencies. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in school administration, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in IT systems with a preference for SIMS experience. This role promotes a supportive team environment and offers the chance to make a real impact on student success.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to impact student success

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school administration role.
• Strong knowledge of attendance procedures and systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in IT systems and school management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage student reception, providing a welcoming and professional first point of contact.
• Oversee attendance processes, ensuring accurate recording and reporting.
• Deliver high-quality administrative support across the school.
• Liaise effectively with staff, parents, and external agencies.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Proficiency

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Tools

SIMS

Job description

A leading education recruitment agency in Wakefield is seeking a highly organized School Administrator to support school operations. In this pivotal role, you will manage student reception, oversee attendance processes, and provide administrative support while liaising with staff, parents, and external agencies. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in school administration, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in IT systems with a preference for SIMS experience. This role promotes a supportive team environment and offers the chance to make a real impact on student success.