We are looking for a pragmatic and motivated Attendance and Admissions Officer with strong interpersonal skills to join our supportive and collaborative team. Working alongside staff, children, and parents you will be an ambassador for the school demonstrating a commitment and passion to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. As the Attendance and Admissions Officer, you will be responsible for promoting excellent attendance and undertaking administrative procedures associated with the admissions and transfer of pupils between schools. Your role will encompass building relationships with students, parents, and staff to address attendance issues, provide support, and ensure the overall well-being of our school community. If you are engaging with excellent communication skills and have a passion for community education, this could be the role for you. As the Attendance and Admissions Officer, you will be extremely well supported, working alongside a committed team who all share the same vision of achieving more together. The ideal Attendance and Admissions Officer will be someone who is: A great communicator who develops positive relationships with young children and adults Understanding of the educational, welfare, and social needs of the children whom we are supporting The key person responsible for pupil admissions in accordance with the LA/school admissions policy Enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team Consistent in a calm and fair approach Committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities Passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential As the Attendance and Admissions Officer, we know you’re going to do great things, investing in our employees' wellbeing and career development is a priority for us. We can offer you: Excellent ongoing CPD, training programmes, career development, and vast promotion opportunities across the trust Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team A comprehensive induction programme Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work-life balance The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change Cycle to work scheme TKAT Widerwallet discount program with a wealth of discounts Free eye tests Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help About Salmestone Primary School Our staff team is committed to providing a secure, happy and calm environment in which all children are able to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. We are a friendly and engaging school with strong connections amongst our local community. About TKAT The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of outstanding teaching, leadership, and learning for all. Within the oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high-quality education. Safeguarding TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity, and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations, and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic. Flexible working TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work-life balance.