Administrative Assistant

As an Administrative Assistant within our Legal Intervention Team, ensure the efficient and lawful delivery of the Local Authority’s statutory school attendance and attendance legal functions by providing high quality administrative, data, and process support.

What you’ll be doing

• Prepare and progress legally compliant attendance documentation and court ready evidence within statutory deadlines.
• Manage the end to end Penalty Notice process.
• Maintain accurate, auditable records and data across key systems
• Act as a professional first point of contact whilst providing consistent administrative support.

What we’re looking for

• Strong administrative and IT skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to work flexibly and use your own initiative.
• Commitment to demonstrating our values and behaviours, showing compassion, empathy and respect.

Why join us?

• Make a meaningful impact on children's lives by ensuring they receive the education they deserve.
• Work with a dedicated and passionate team committed to safeguarding and supporting children.
• Receive an extensive induction period designed to set you up for success, along with a wealth of opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Please note

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying.

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

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