Clerical & Attendance Assistant

£26,351 - £27,195
Permanent
Part Time - Term Time Only
20
Newlands Junior School, Forest Town, NG19 0LN
Closing Date
13 July 2026 12:00

We are seeking a highly organised, compassionate, and proactive Clerical & Attendance Assistant to join our busy school admin team. In this dual role, you will be the first point of contact for parents/carers, whilst also providing essential clerical support to ensure the smooth, efficient day-to-day running of the school. You will also monitor attendance and issue penalty notices. 
You will be expected to use the Local Authority standard computer systems and a good level of IT skills will be required. You will follow the guidance of the Data Protection Act to ensure confidentiality of records and information is maintained.

We offer in return:

  • The opportunity to develop best practise in a supportive environment.
  • An excellent team spirit where everyone works together.
  • A leadership with dedication, high aspirations and expectations.
  • A place where initiative is encouraged and ideas valued.  
  • Talented and supportive colleagues. 
  • A Governing Body which has the school’s best interests at its heart.  

The successful candidate:

  • Previous experience in a school administration or attendance role is highly desirable, but not essential.
  • Working knowledge of school Management Information Systems e.g. Arbor is highly desirable, but not essential.
  • Excellent communication skills when dealing with staff, pupils, parents, and external agencies is essential.
  • Calm under pressure with a resilient, polite and empathetic approach is essential. 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged - we look forward to meeting you. To arrange a visit, please contact the school office on 01623 480440 or by e-mail.

Application packs are available from, and should be returned to, Mrs Pauline Underwood, School Business Manager, by e-mail: punderwood@newlands.notts.sch.uk

If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Closing date: Monday 13th July at 12 noon 
Interviews: Monday 20th July

IND2

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

• All posts in Primary, Secondary and Special Schools are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. All posts in schools, unless stated otherwise, are suitable for a job share arrangement.

• The County Council encourages applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation for posts within County and Controlled Schools and in Colleges.