Behaviour & Attendance Administrator
Ref: SCH-WeA-0024 21 day(s) remainingAdditional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 37.50 Weeks per Year: 39.000 Pay Grade: WA Scale Scale 5 Points 12-17The Role
As our Behaviour & Attendance Administrator, you will be at the centre of our efforts to maintain high standards of behaviour, attendance, and punctuality across the Academy. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, Attendance Officer, Education Welfare Officer (EWO), and Pastoral Support Workers, you will ensure that every student receives the support they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Maintaining accurate records of attendance, punctuality, and behaviour on our school systems.
- Producing regular reports to help identify patterns and support targeted interventions.
- Contacting parents and carers to follow up on absences and behaviour concerns in a professional and empathetic manner.
- Supporting the organisation of detentions, reintegration meetings, and attendance reviews.
- Collaborating with pastoral and safeguarding teams to ensure timely, coordinated support for students.
- Celebrating excellent attendance and positive behaviour through reward initiatives and communication with families.
This is a varied and rewarding role where your attention to detail, communication skills, and compassion will directly impact the lives of our young people.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Highly organised with great administrative and IT skills.
- Calm and professional when dealing with sensitive situations.
- An excellent communicator who builds positive relationships with students, staff, and families.
- Committed to safeguarding and supporting the wellbeing of every child.
- A strong team player who thrives in a busy and purposeful school environment.
Experience working in a school or with young people is desirable, but not essential — if you’re passionate about helping students succeed and have strong administrative and interpersonal skills, we’d love to hear from you.
Why Join Westminster Academy?
Westminster Academy is home to a diverse, ambitious, and caring student community situated in the vibrant heart of London. Staff benefit from being part of an innovative and supportive team where collaboration, wellbeing, and professional growth are prioritised. Guided by our strong, values-driven ethos, we are committed to nurturing both academic success and personal development for every young person in our care. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine, lasting difference in students’ lives—helping them grow in confidence, resilience, and aspiration.
Contract: Permanent, Term Time + 1 week inset (Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week)
Hours: 8.15am - 4.30pm, Monday - Friday
Location: On-site, with regular interaction across the school community
Westminster Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check amongst other pre-employment checks.
*Interviews will be conducted on an on-going basis and conclude once a suitable candidate has been appointed - early applications are encouraged.*
Benefits
| Other | |
|---|---|
| Cycle 2 Work Scheme | |
| Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) | |
| Free on-site staff parking | |
| Local Government Pension Scheme - generous contributions | |
| Season Ticket Loan | |
| Weekly CPD sessions | |
Related Documents
Safeguarding Information
Safeguarding Guidance
The safety and wellbeing of children and young people are our highest priority. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, all applicants must provide information to help us ensure a safe recruitment process, in line with the statutory guidance set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
What We Require from Applicants:
- Disclosure of any criminal convictions or cautions that are relevant to working with children or vulnerable groups. This includes any offences that are not “spent” under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
- Full disclosure of any investigations, disciplinary actions, or professional conduct concerns related to child safeguarding or behaviour.
- A complete and accurate employment history, including all roles involving work with children or vulnerable adults, and explanations for any gaps.
- Confirmation of your right to work in the UK.
- Provision of referees who can confirm your suitability to work with children.
Pre-Employment Checks:
- We will carry out enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks on all successful candidates before appointment.
- We will verify your identity, qualifications, and professional registrations (e.g., QTS, TRA checks).
- References will be requested and verified, including a reference from your current or most recent employer.
- We will also check for any sanctions or restrictions imposed by professional bodies.
- A professional social media check will take place to reduce risks to reputation, confidentiality breach and data security. The check identifies a candidate's online presence to look for negative behaviours such as bullying, racism, nudity and excessive bad language.
Important Notes for Applicants:
- It is your responsibility to be truthful and transparent in your application. Failure to disclose relevant information or providing false information may result in your application being rejected or termination of employment.
- We follow safer recruitment procedures strictly to protect children and ensure a safe working environment for all.
- If you have any concerns or require support during the application process related to safeguarding information, please contact our recruitment team.
By applying for this role, you confirm your understanding of and willingness to comply with our safeguarding policies and procedures.
Westminster Academy
Sir Naim Dangoor Centre
255 Harrow Road
London
Greater London
W2 5EZ
HR Team
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