Attendance and Admissions Officer

FIRWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

“Learning without Limits”

Headteacher: Mr Carl Heatley

Attendance and Admissions Officer

Firwood High School is a successful 11-19 special school meeting the needs of children with complex learning difficulties. We are also part of the Woodbridge Trust working closely with Ladywood Primary School, Ladywood Outreach Service and Woodbridge College our Post 19 provision.

Due to the rapid expansion of our school and increasing student numbers, we are now seeking to appoint an experienced Attendance and Admissions Officer who is willing to ‘go the extra mile’ and is passionate about School.

As Firwood belongs to the wider Woodbridge Trust where there are opportunities for professional partnerships, continued professional learning and a strong ethos committed to enabling all our children and young people engage with their learning in a meaningful manner.

Applicants should be experienced in business administration in a school setting with a focus on processes surrounding students, with the ability to ensure these are carried out to regulatory and legal requirements.

We require an Attendance and Admissions Officer who is prepared to ‘go the extra mile’ for our very special young people.

We will offer you:

• A challenging yet rewarding working environment working with inspirational young people
• Professional development to support you in your career
• Hardworking, dedicated, professional and enthusiastic staff
• The benefits of working in an innovative and forward-thinking school
• Supportive leadership and real opportunities to develop as a leader
• A genuinely happy and caring place to work
• Strong links with the community
• High standard facilities

Contract: Full time and permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Grade E £25,088 - £27,656 per annum
Working Hours: 37 hrs per week, Term Time & 10 days

Firwood is an exciting place to be and if you are a team player with a commitment to the highest quality provision for pupils with SEN then we would like to hear from you.

Closing Date for applications: 15th November 2026

Shortlisting: w/c 16th November 2026

Interviews and task: w/c 23rd November 2026

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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