We're searching for an exceptional Attendance Assistant to become a vital part of our team and help us to actively promote and maintain high levels of student attendance across the school.,

Accurate Data Management: Ensuring all student registers are completed daily and maintaining complete accuracy of attendance data, including off-site activities, within the School's Management Information System (MIS).
Proactive Communication: Operating the daily automated system and directly communicating with parents/carers regarding student absence or lateness, meticulously recording all calls and reasons for absence.
Daily Monitoring: Registering late students and managing students who leave or return to the site during the academy day.
Operational Support: Providing essential clerical and operational support to the Attendance Officer and contributing to whole-academy attendance strategies.
Improving Outcomes: Working directly to improve overall attendance levels and reduce persistent absence in line with academy targets.
General Administration: Undertaking various administrative duties to support the smooth running of the department., Paxman Academy is committed to providing an ordered, stimulating learning environment in which all students are encouraged to achieve their best. It is determined that all students should be valued through the provision of a broad, relevant, balanced and challenging curriculum that caters for individual needs; this is encouraged within an atmosphere of mutual respect. The Academy recognises its role within the broader community. It is determined to maintain a STEM focus throughout the curriculum and across extended learning opportunities. It identifies learning as a lifelong process and values the contribution made by parents and others to the creation of a partnership. Within this partnership, and through learning opportunities provided, students will develop skills, attitudes and values that prepare them to accept the challenges and responsibilities of adult life.

Experience performing administrative work in a busy office environment and good working knowledge of standard office equipment (e.g., photocopier).
Excellent time management, organisational, and administrative skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
The ability to work with tact and diplomacy while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.
Prior experience dealing with school attendance processes is highly desirable.

We believe in investing in our staff and fostering a culture of collaboration. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive package designed to support your professional and personal life.
A robust CPD training program that empowers you to flourish.
Unrivalled opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the Trust, sharing ideas and building strong professional relationships.
A competitive salary and excellent pension scheme.
A Health Cash Plan to help manage your everyday healthcare costs.
Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being.
Exclusive perks like the Cycle to Work scheme, access to discounts via free membership to Perkbox, eligibility for a Blue Light Card, and more.

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