Administration & Reception Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Administration and Reception Assistant, to provide administrative support across all aspects of school administration, including reception, pupil attendance, maintenance of student records, communication with parents and to administer first aid to students when required. 

As the school’s Administration and Reception Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the Attendance Officer (or equivalent) in maintaining accurate attendance records on the SIMS.net or equivalent system and initiate required actions in relation to absent students.  

The role will involve working with members of the attendance team, under the direction of the Senior Administration Leader/Office Manager (or equivalent). The successful applicant will provide clerical and administrative support, for example, photocopying, filing and completing standard forms and returns to the LA and outside agencies, and responding to routine correspondence.

A comprehensive programme of CPD supports colleagues at all career stages; through the Multi-Academy Trust we provide excellent career opportunities for our staff. Colleagues seeking a varied, challenging and rewarding career can find this in the Wade Deacon family.

The Wade Deacon Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory medical clearance.