Pontesbury CE Primary
Establishment Type: Primary school
Students: 210
Located: Pontesbury
Aim: Simplify staff absence recording and management, to reduce workload and improve data accuracy.
Solution: SIMS Next Gen
Impact: By adopting SIMS Next Gen, Pontesbury CE Primary School has significantly improved efficiency and accuracy. The reduction in manual processes has streamlined ways of working, enhancing productivity across the school.
Background
Pontesbury CE Primary School, a village school with around 210 pupils, has seen a significant improvement in managing staff absences since adopting SIMS Next Gen. Sara Andrew, the school’s business manager, is responsible for handling staff absences and payroll, a critical aspect of the school’s operations.
A more efficient approach to Staff Management
Previously, managing staff absences required multiple diaries and online tools, making the process fragmented and time-consuming. “I constantly had to cross-check multiple records, which took up valuable time,” explains Sara.
With SIMS Next Gen’s Staff Profile module, everything is now centralised, making absence management far more efficient. “It’s been brilliant,” says Sara. “Rather than juggling different records and cross-checking information, I can now log everything in one place, saving so much time.
It’s also made payroll easier, as I can quickly verify absences without having to track down missing details. Now, I don’t have to second-guess whether I’ve recorded something correctly. It’s all there at a glance, and I have complete confidence in the data.”
“It’s also made payroll easier, as I can quickly verify absences without having to track down missing details. Now, I don’t have to second-guess whether I’ve recorded something correctly. It’s all there at a glance, and I have complete confidence in the data.”
Sara Andrew, Business Manager, Pontesbury CE Primary
Tangible outcomes: real impact of using SIMS Next Gen
Significant time savings
“The system has saved me so much time. What used to take ages with separate logs and notes, is now streamlined into a few clicks. I’ve easily gained back hours every week.”
Improved data accuracy
“I no longer have to worry about misplaced notes or discrepancies in different records. Everything is clear and easy to retrieve, ensuring payroll and records are accurate.”
Better support and collaboration
“It’s great to have a support team that listens. When I had an issue, Sam and the team were quick to help, making sure everything worked smoothly. It’s reassuring to know that help is there whenever needed.”
Ease of use
“SIMS Next Gen is user-friendly and intuitive. I don’t need to spend ages figuring things out - it just works.”
For Pontesbury CE Primary School, SIMS Next Gen has made managing staff absences and payroll far more efficient. “It’s made everything so much easier and more organised. I can’t imagine going back to the old way of doing things,” Sara concludes. The time saved allows the school to focus on more important tasks, ensuring smoother operations and better support for both staff and students.
“It’s made everything so much easier and more organised. I can’t imagine going back to the old way of doing things.”
Sara Andrew, Business Manager, Pontesbury CE Primary
Find out more about SIMS Next Gen
SIMS Next Gen provides cloud-based solutions designed to simplify administration, reduce workload, and enhance productivity, all while supporting the specific needs of your school. Explore how SIMS Next Gen can help streamline your processes and make everyday tasks easier.