Term-Time Attendance Officer — Admin & Welfare Focus

Meridianhigh; Croydon; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution in Croydon is seeking an Attendance Officer to manage student attendance records efficiently. The role requires strong administrative capabilities, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in data management tools like Microsoft Excel and Word. You will also assist with parent and student communication, and support the main reception. The ideal candidate will have a welcoming approach and previous experience in an educational setting. A competitive salary and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in providing in-depth admin support with excellent attention to detail.
• Previous experience in a school office or educational setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing attendance cases and reducing persistent absences.
• Handle attendance calls, update records, and ensure accurate register keeping.
• Support the main reception team, greet visitors, and manage calls and emails.

Skills

Strong Administrative Skills

IT Proficiency

Communication & Organisation

Adaptability & Initiative

Education

GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

An established educational institution in Croydon is seeking an Attendance Officer to manage student attendance records efficiently. The role requires strong administrative capabilities, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in data management tools like Microsoft Excel and Word. You will also assist with parent and student communication, and support the main reception. The ideal candidate will have a welcoming approach and previous experience in an educational setting. A competitive salary and flexible working options are offered.