Education Penalty Notice Officer – Administrative Role

About the role

We are seeking an Education Penalty Notice Officer to join a busy local authority team in Wembley, Brent. The role involves administering education penalty notices, handling data entry, and supporting basic finance tasks. You will work three days on‑site and two days remotely, starting immediately.

Key responsibilities

• Process and administer Education Penalty Notices in line with legislation and council procedures.
• Enter and maintain data accurately in internal systems and databases.
• Monitor payments, outstanding notices and assist with invoicing.
• Perform basic calculations and reconciliation work as required.
• Produce correspondence, reports and documentation related to penalty notices.
• Respond to enquiries from schools, parents and other stakeholders.
• Maintain confidential records and ensure GDPR compliance.
• Support the wider Education Welfare and Attendance Team with administrative duties.

Required profile

• Previous administrative experience in a local authority, education or similar office environment.
• High‑volume data entry and record‑management experience.
• Basic finance administration experience, such as invoicing or payment monitoring.
• Basic DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Availability to work three days per week on‑site in Wembley and start immediately.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook

What we offer

• Hourly rate of £20.08.
• PAYE contract on a temporary basis.
• Hybrid working pattern – 3 days office, 2 days remote.