Job Description

Employer
Meridian High School
Location
Croydon, Greater London
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time, Term Time
Contract Length
Permanent
Salary
23,553.33 + Outer London Weighting Allowance
Posted
17th December 2025
Expires
16th January 2026 11:59 PM
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Job ID
1526588
Job Reference
MHS010


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Join our team at Meridian High School as an Attendance Officer and put your exceptional administrative skills to great use! We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented individual with strong administrative experience to manage student attendance records efficiently and accurately. This role requires excellent attention to detail, proficiency in data management, and the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in keeping systems running smoothly, we'd love to hear from you!

Your Opportunity

Support Attendance & Welfare -

Assist the Senior Attendance Officer in managing attendance cases and reducing persistent absences

Efficient Administration -

Handle attendance calls, update records in Bromcom, and ensure accurate register keeping.

Parent & Student Communication -

Liaise with parents/carers about absences and issue attendance warning letters.

Admissions Support -

Maintain student records, prepare starter packs, and assist with in-year admissions and transitions.

Reception Cover -

Support the main reception team, greet visitors, and manage calls and s.

About Meridian High School

Meridian High School is a GOOD School in all categories (OFSTED January 2023). We believe education is about developing the whole person, within the school values of 'resilience, ambition and respect'.

What we are looking for:

Strong Administrative Skills -

Experience in providing in-depth admin support with excellent attention to detail.

IT Proficiency -

Confident using Microsoft Excel, Word, and other ICT systems to manage data and records efficiently.

Communication & Organisation -

Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Education & Experience -

Previous experience in a school office or educational setting is desirable, along with GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.

Personal Attributes -

A welcoming, professional approach with integrity, teamwork skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.

Adaptability & Initiative -

Able to work independently, take initiative, and embrace new challenges in a busy school environment.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.


Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish


Access to our highly competitive Local Government pension Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model

The Details:

Start Date

: ASAP

Salary:

GLF Associate 3 - 25,001 + Outer London Weighting Allowance

Actual Salary:

23,553.33 + Outer London Weighting Allowance

Hours of work:

08:00 - 16:00 (7.5hrs per day + 30min unpaid break). 41 weeks per year (term time + 2 weeks).

Closing Date

: 16 Jan 2026

Interview date:

TBA




GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).



As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.



We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.



We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.



Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.