Attendance Officer

Attendance Officer

37 hours a week, Term Time only plus Staff Development Days.

Highsted Academy Trust Pay Band 5: £21,389 FTE

We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic person to join our office and admin team at this high achieving girls’ grammar school. You will undertake all administrative tasks associated with the recording, management and monitoring of attendance; working with individual pupils and their families to improve attendance.

The successful applicant will join a highly professional and supportive team in a department that is crucial to the success and smooth running of the school. The successful candidate must demonstrate professionalism, be able to work on their own initiative as well as working as a team member and have a positive and ‘can do’ approach.

This post requires an innovative hard-working individual who is dedicated, diligent and flexible with a good knowledge of Microsoft office and preferably SIMS. The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in an accurate and effective manner is essential.

A first aid qualification is desirable or willingness to undergo first aid training. ICT experience essential but specific training will be given. 

The post offers exceptional opportunity in a good school where we can offer you:

·        the opportunity to inspire highly able and well-motivated students to fulfil and exceed their potential

·        a dynamic and supportive working environment

·        opportunities for professional development

·        access to Kent Rewards Scheme – access to local and national retail discounts;

·        a non-contributary private health care package supported by Benenden Health Care

·        a competitive salary commensurate with experience

Please contact Emma Djemal at the school via email or visit our website to download further information and an application form: www.highsted.kent.sch.uk

(Closing date noon 11th November 2024))

Early applications are encouraged as eligible candidates will be invited to the interview stage on a rolling basis and we may appoint before the stated closing date.