Administrative Assistant - Attendance

Allerton Grange School

Administrative Assistant - Attendance

£20827

Allerton Grange School, Leeds

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 18 Sep | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: a33e2188cbba460d93bdcfd8ec1be51c

Full Job Description

We are looking for an administrative assistant to join our support staff team. The suitable candidate would work alongside colleagues within the Attendance Office assisting, at times, with reception and attendance desk duties; dealing with both parents and students and supporting administration across all key stages. This is an interesting and varied role that would suit someone who has administration experience and the ability to confidently communicate with young people and families.

The role is term-time only, 37 hours per week (5 days). Alternatively, there is the opportunity for mornings only (5 days). The starting pay level within the range may be negotiable for the right candidate.

Our Culture

We are proud to be building a school that, by 2025, will be delivering an exceptional quality of education. We are true to our core values and enable our employees to engage in challenging and rewarding work whilst, at the same time, supporting them to aspire, grow and succeed. We believe that engaged, motivated and happy staff are the foundation of a successful school community.

Our Values

The Allerton Grange values are the behaviours and qualities expected in our staff community. We are looking to recruit individuals who live by these values on a daily basis.

  • Integrity


  • Compassion


  • Community


  • Humility


  • Emotional Intelligence


  • Courage


  • Collaborative


  • Diligent


  • Role Model


  • A Critical Thinker


  • The challenge to us all at Allerton Grange School is to continue to improve and grow as a community. We also want to ensure that our staff feel able to take the next steps in their career. We also wish to create a culture that encourages staff to stay and grow with us.

  • Have a professional drive, energy, determination and aspiration.


  • Be able to use technology proficiently.


  • Have accuracy and attention to detail.


  • Be able to work to tight deadlines, prioritise and keep calm under pressure.


  • A positive mind set and an adaptable approach to work.


  • Tact and discretion for dealing with confidential information., If you share our values, ambition, have a proven track record, and relish a new challenge, we look forward to receiving your application.

    A talented and committed staff team who are supportive of each other. This includes a framework for staff voice and a fair workload charter to ensure wellbeing and a good work/ life balance.


  • A Headteacher, Leadership Team and Governing Body committed to creating a school of outstanding practice.


  • The opportunity to grow in your role and work with young people in a truly comprehensive, multi-cultural community environment.


  • Fantastic building resources and facilities.