Your new role

As a School Attendance Administrator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school’s attendance processes. You will be the first point of contact for attendance-related enquiries and will work closely with staff, parents, and external agencies to promote excellent pupil attendance.

These roles are predominantly interim to cover requirements within schools locally. Both part-time and full-time applicants are welcome to apply.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring, recording, and analysing pupil attendance and punctuality on a daily basis
• Following up on absences through phone calls, texts, and emails to parents and carers
• Producing accurate daily, weekly, and termly attendance reports for senior leaders
• Supporting the completion of statutory attendance returns and census data
• Liaising with pastoral staff and the local authority regarding persistent absence
• Maintaining up-to-date pupil records using SIMS or other MIS systems
• Assisting with admissions, leavers, and pupil data transitions
• Providing general administrative support within the school office
• Welcoming visitors and supporting reception duties when required
• Ensuring all work complies with safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection policies

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a school attendance office environment
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and school MIS systems (SIMS, Arbor, CPOMS desirable)
• A professional, friendly, and calm approach when dealing with families and staff
• The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• A flexible attitude and willingness to support wider office tasks
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What you'll get in return

• A competitive daily rate based on experience
• Accrued holiday pay with flexible usage
• Free, up-to-date online Safeguarding training
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• The opportunity to earn £250 in vouchers through our referral scheme*

What you need to do now

If you're interested in these School Attendance Administrator role in the Burnley, Nelson and Colne areas, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this role isn’t quite right for you but you’re exploring new opportunities, we’d be happy to have a confidential conversation about your next steps.