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About The Role
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At Avanti Park Primary School, we believe that excellent administration plays an important part in creating a positive school experience for our children, families and staff. We are seeking a committed and approachable Admin and Attendance Officer who will bring strong organisational skills, initiative and a caring, professional approach to the role.
You will be an integral part of our school community, helping to ensure that our administrative systems run smoothly and that every child’s attendance and wellbeing remain a priority.
Working alongside colleagues and families, you will help foster a welcoming and supportive school environment where children are encouraged to attend regularly and thrive. This is a varied and rewarding opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a team and wants to make a meaningful contribution to the life of the school.
School visits are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school to arrange a suitable time.What will you do?
- Provide comprehensive administrative, clerical and financial support to the school, including managing records, correspondence, complex procedures, data systems and reports.
- Lead on pupil attendance administration, maintaining accurate records, monitoring attendance, implementing first-day response procedures, liaising with parents/carers and producing attendance reports.
- Support the effective organisation and smooth running of school operations, including reception and visitor management, school events and trips, facilities, uniform, resources and stock control.
- Undertake financial and resource management duties, including processing purchase orders, requisitions and invoices, maintaining accurate financial records and working within agreed budgets.
- Promote the school’s ethos and contribute to a safe, supportive environment by upholding safeguarding, confidentiality, data protection and health and safety requirements, while building positive relationships with colleagues, families and external agencies.
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About You
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About Us
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Why should you apply
You will be working in a fantastic environment.
Avanti exists to help each person become a well-rounded human being through intellectual, moral and spiritual growth, and so make the world a better place.
We offer a range of staff benefits including professional development opportunities, retail discounts, flexible working options, well-being programs, and more; further details at the bottom of the page
What are we looking for?
- High level of literacy and numeracy skills.
- Good knowledge/understanding of basic financial tasks
- Evidence of the ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
- Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people within the school.
- Ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities.
Please view the full Job Description for more information on the responsibilities and essential criteria for this role.
Further informationPre-employment checksAvanti Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks.Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.Diversity and InclusionWe want to make sure we are attracting the widest possible range of people and ensure that they are accepted, understood and treated equally when they work here. This means we will work hard to understand that each employee is unique and ensuring that individuals or groups are not treated differently or less favourably on the basis of specific characteristics.Such characteristics include (but are not limited to) age, disability, gender including transgender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, and how the school supports pregnant women and new parents.
Attendance and Admin Officer in Frome employer: Avanti Schools Trust
Avanti Grange Secondary School is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing work environment where staff are valued and supported in their professional development. With a strong focus on student welfare and a collaborative culture, employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying benefits such as a well-organised office atmosphere and involvement in enriching educational events.
