"Good order is the foundation of all things."

Do you have experience of working in a school office in an administrative capacity?

Do you want to work alongside key staff and pupils to promote excellent attendance & reduce levels of absence?

If you have answered yes to the above questions, then get in touch today!

Randstad Education is currently recruiting for an Attendance Administrator to work in a School in Loughton. This role is 35 hours and we are looking for a candidate to start this role immediately.

About the School:

This is a happy school with high standards of behaviour where students feel safe and secure. All teachers and staff build strong relationships with everyone. This school is a safe haven where every child enjoys their own journey of discovery, creativity and imagination and develops a love for their learning. Staff know their pupils well and encourage them to do their best.

Benefits working on this role:

• Paid annual leave entitlement
• You will have access to a dedicated friendly consultant with specialist knowledge and competitive rates of pay, which are fully compliant under the Agency Workers Regulations.
• Access to free CPD and safeguarding training
• Onsite transport links
• £300 'recommend a friend' bonus scheme

Responsibility:

• To be responsible for the preparation and maintenance of the manual and computerised pupil data records (using SIMs - experience is essential)
• To provide general clerical support as required, including minute taking when necessary
• To undertake filing and photocopying as required, including the basic maintenance of the photocopier
• To undertake word processing as required using Microsoft Office - including the all attendance letters
• To collect, collate and distribute leaflets, letters and information packs for parents and carers
• To identify and work with individuals and groups of students, using regular attendance checks
• To work closely with parents/carers and students to improve levels of attendance

Requirements / Skills:

• Excellent administrative and ICT skills, including attention to detail on data entry work
• Previous experience of working in a school environment
• SIMS experience (particularly the attendance module) gained from working in a school, voluntarily or paid
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• Effective communication skills, particularly a good written standard of English
• You will have an enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to complete a new one
• The ability to work with high levels of tact, confidentiality and discretion
• A patient approach towards working with children and adults alike

If you are shortlisted for this role, you will be contacted and asked to complete a full registration, where we can check eligibility, obtain references and check/complete a DBS clearance.

How to Apply:

If you are enthusiastic about promoting children's success through improved attendance and engagement and possess the necessary skills and experience for this role, we invite you to submit your resume.

We look forward to hearing from you!