Attendance Officer/Receptionist

36 Hours Per Week

Term Time Only (39 Weeks) 

Required from January 2024

Are you highly organised, approachable, and committed to supporting young people with special needs?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working as part of a supportive team?

We are looking for an Attendance Officer/Receptionist to join us at Garratt Park School. This vital role combines monitoring student attendance and providing a warm, professional welcome as the first point of contact at our busy reception.

You will:

● Track and analyse attendance data, liaise with families, and ensure safeguarding protocols are followed.

● Provide excellent administrative and customer service support in the school office.

● Be part of a dedicated team making a difference to the lives of young people with moderate learning difficulties, Autism, and other special needs.

At Garratt Park, we pride ourselves on our friendly and inclusive school environment. We offer:

● Automatic membership of the Employee Benefit Scheme with access to external support and discounts.

● Training and development opportunities to support your career growth.

● A welcoming community where your contribution makes a real impact.

Garratt Park School caters to students aged 11-19, serving a diverse community with a commitment to ensuring all students achieve their potential. Located in Earlsfield, Wandsworth, our school benefits from excellent transport links to central London.

Interested candidates are encouraged to visit our friendly and welcoming school. Please contact Janice Button at recruitment@garrattpark.wandsworth.sch.uk to arrange this.

An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below or from the Wandsworth Council website https://jobs.richmondandwandsworth.gov.uk/.

Completed application should be returned to the school by email: recruitment@garrattpark.wandsworth.sch.uk

Closing date: Thursday 5th December 2024 (at noon)

Interview date: Tuesday 10th December 2024

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

This post is subject to a DBS check. 

CVs are not accepted.

GARRATT PARK SCHOOL

Waldron Road, London, SW18 3TB

Tel: 020 8946 5769

Email: info@garrattpark.wandsworth.sch.uk

Current roll: 215