Administration Assistant Level 3 (Attendance)
Callerton Academy
Bedeburn Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE5 4JQ
We are seeking an Administration Assistant (Attendance) to join our dedicated support team at Callerton Academy. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised, professional and customer-focused individual to play a key role in supporting pupil attendance and the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
As our Administration Assistant, you will work closely with the attendance team to maintain accurate attendance records, manage daily absence reporting, support communication with parents and carers, and provide high-quality administrative and reception support. You will also assist with data management, event organisation and a range of office functions that contribute to the efficient operation of the academy.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The successful candidate will:
We do not accept CV's. If you attach a CV to you application this will not be considered as part of the recruitment process.
Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.
The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Safeguarding Information
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view our Policy on the Employment of Ex-offenders on our website within Trust Policies.
Gosforth Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
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Bedeburn Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE5 4JQ
We are seeking an Administration Assistant (Attendance) to join our dedicated support team at Callerton Academy. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised, professional and customer-focused individual to play a key role in supporting pupil attendance and the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
As our Administration Assistant, you will work closely with the attendance team to maintain accurate attendance records, manage daily absence reporting, support communication with parents and carers, and provide high-quality administrative and reception support. You will also assist with data management, event organisation and a range of office functions that contribute to the efficient operation of the academy.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The successful candidate will:
- Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrate strong ICT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Be able to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
- Deliver excellent customer service to pupils, families, staff and visitors.
- Be able to work independently whilst contributing positively as part of a team.
- Have previous administrative experience; experience within an educational setting and knowledge of SIMS would be advantageous.
- A competitive salary - as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living.
- Generous annual leave
- Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
- An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals
- Enthusiastic and motivated students
- An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development
- A school with its community at heart
- Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group
We do not accept CV's. If you attach a CV to you application this will not be considered as part of the recruitment process.
Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.
The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
Safeguarding Information
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view our Policy on the Employment of Ex-offenders on our website within Trust Policies.
Gosforth Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
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Salary range
- £23,917 - £24,688 per year