Attendance Officer

Summary:

Join a school as an Attendance Officer and make a difference in student success.

About the School:

The school is part of United Learning and is committed to developing the potential of every student and staff member. It is an Ofsted rated 'Good' institution with a supportive and dedicated team.

The Opportunity:

As an Attendance Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring high attendance and punctuality across the academy. This is a challenging and rewarding role that will allow you to make a real impact on student outcomes and support families in achieving better attendance rates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and track student attendance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Implement and enforce the academy’s attendance policy with consistency and fairness.
• Provide targeted support and intervention for students and families with attendance issues.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies to improve attendance outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with parents and carers to encourage regular school attendance.
• Maintain accurate records and report attendance statistics to senior leadership.
• Develop and deliver training to staff on attendance-related policies and best practices.
• Support the academy in achieving its goal of high attendance and student engagement.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Experience working in an educational setting, preferably in a role focused on attendance.
• A proactive and positive attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong IT skills, including the use of attendance management systems.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A belief in the transformative power of education and a commitment to student success.

Preferred

• Experience in implementing attendance improvement strategies.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Experience working with families and supporting students with attendance challenges.
• Experience within United Learning or a similar multi-academy trust.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary above the national average.
• Comprehensive pension scheme with high employer contributions.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.