At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our school, managing admin tasks and promoting student attendance.
- Company: Tangmere Primary Academy, a supportive and collaborative educational environment.
- Benefits: Ongoing training, career development, work-life balance, and employee support programmes.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to innovation and positive change.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while growing your skills in a vibrant community.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for supporting children and families.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
Role Overview
Tangmere Primary Academy, Tangmere, West Sussex - Permanent position. We are looking for an approachable and forward thinking Admin Assistant and Attendance Officer with strong interpersonal skills to join our supportive and collaborative team. You will be a warm ambassador for the school, ensuring every child receives a high quality education by managing administrative duties and promoting excellent attendance.
Schedule: 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year. Working pattern: Monday - Friday, 8:15 - 16:15 (3 hours unpaid break split over the five days).
Responsibilities:
- Act as the first point of contact for visitors, creating a welcoming environment with a calm and confident manner.
- Efficiently manage administrative tasks, prioritise, meet deadlines and multi task.
- Promote excellent attendance and build positive relationships with students, parents and staff to address attendance issues.
Key Qualities:
- Excellent communicator who develops positive relationships with young children and adults.
- Understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children we support.
- Enthusiastic, committed team player with a calm and fair approach.
- High level of administrative, interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
Benefits and Support:
- Excellent ongoing CPD, training programmes, career development and extensive promotion opportunities across the trust.
- Coaching and mentoring from the academy's experienced leadership team.
- Friendly and supportive environment committed to a work life balance.
- Opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Free eye tests.
- Employee Assistance Programme - free and confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help.
Equal Opportunity Statement: We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, as we believe diversity strengthens our community and drives us forward.
Admin Assistant & Attendance Officer in Tangmere employer: Job Search Place Limited
Tangmere Primary Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With a strong commitment to work-life balance, ongoing training, and a supportive team environment, employees are empowered to thrive while making a meaningful impact on students' lives. The academy fosters a culture of inclusivity and innovation, ensuring that every member feels valued and motivated to contribute to the school's success.
