Administration Officer – Attendance & Family Liaison

Are you an organised, compassionate and proactive administrator who enjoys building positive relationships with families and making a real impact on children's outcomes?

We are seeking a dedicated Administration Officer - Attendance & Family Liaison to join our welcoming school community. This pivotal role combines attendance administration, family engagement and front-office support, helping to ensure every child has the best possible opportunity to succeed. Working closely with families, staff and external agencies, you will play a key part in promoting excellent attendance, safeguarding pupil wellbeing and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the school.

We offer a supportive team environment, excellent professional development opportunities and the chance to work within the forward-thinking Lydiate Learning Trust.

If you are highly organised, confident communicating with a wide range of people and passionate about supporting children and families, we would love to hear from you.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Has excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Communicates confidently and sensitively with children, families and professionals.
• Can build positive relationships and work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Is committed to improving attendance, inclusion and outcomes for children.
• Can work independently while contributing positively to a wider team.
• Is confident using digital systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Has experience in an administrative role; experience in a school or educational setting is desirable.
• Holds GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Has a full driving licence, access to their own vehicle and flexibility to travel as required.

Why Join Us?

At Knotty Ash Primary School and Lydiate Learning Trust, our people are at the heart of our success. We offer:

• A caring, welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities.
• High-quality CPD, coaching and mentoring.
• Employee Assistance Programme and occupational health support.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• A supportive Trust committed to staff wellbeing and development.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families.