City of London School - Attendance Lead & Section Administrator

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Attendance Lead & Section Administrator at City of London School.

Detail

We are looking for an Attendance Lead and Section Administrator to join an outstanding and dedicated Pastoral team at City of London School.

The post holder will play a key role in improving whole-school attendance by identifying patterns of absence, leading early interventions, and fostering strong partnerships with families and staff to promote consistent pupil engagement. They will also support Heads of Section by providing high-level administrative support, coordination of schedules, and handling of correspondence to ensure efficient day to day operations. Attendance-related experience is desirable, though not essential. We would welcome candidates with a strong ability to work within clear timeframes and as part of a friendly, pupil-focused team. This post presents an excellent opportunity to gain a positive experience within a school environment and an insight into teaching and supporting the day-to-day operation of a school. The successful applicant will be proficient in Excel, hold strong data and analysis skills, the ability to review and improve attendance processes and will be an empathetic communicator.

We aspire to attract a staff that matches the social and cultural diversity of the CLS community. We welcome applications from anyone with the relevant skills and abilities, and particularly from those who may not previously have thought of applying to a school such as ours. We use CV Minder to anonymise applications.

CLS was named by the Sunday Times as London Independent Secondary School of the Year 2020, and occupies fine, modern buildings near St. Pauls Cathedral overlooking the Thames, opposite the Tate Modern. There are impressive off-site sports facilities in south-east London.

CLS Professional Services Staff Pay Scale 2025-2026

City of London School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Further information about the School and a copy of the most recent ISI Inspection report are available on the school website.

Closing date: 9am on 1 June 2026

Interviews will be W/C 8 June 2026