School Attendance Administrator

About the role

We are looking for an organised and proactive School Attendance Administrator to support busy schools in the Burnley, Nelson and Colne areas. You will be the first point of contact for attendance‑related enquiries and will help promote excellent pupil attendance while ensuring compliance with safeguarding and data protection policies.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor, record and analyse daily pupil attendance and punctuality.
• Contact parents or carers by phone, text or email to follow up on absences.
• Produce accurate daily, weekly and termly attendance reports for senior leaders.
• Support statutory attendance returns and census data submissions.
• Liaise with pastoral staff and local authority on persistent absence.
• Maintain up‑to‑date pupil records using SIMS or other MIS systems.
• Assist with admissions, leavers and pupil data transitions.
• Provide general administrative support, welcome visitors and cover reception duties when needed.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a school attendance office or similar environment.
• Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Professional, friendly and calm approach when dealing with families and staff.
• Ability to handle sensitive information discreetly and a commitment to safeguarding.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience using school MIS systems such as SIMS, Arbor or CPOMS.

What we offer

• Competitive daily rate (£14‑£16 per hour) based on experience.
• Accrued holiday pay with flexible usage.
• Free online safeguarding training and ongoing consultant support.
• Referral voucher scheme worth up to £250.