Senior Attendance Officer

Summary:

Senior Attendance Officer role with a focus on improving student attendance and supporting families.

About the School:

A school committed to safeguarding, wellbeing, and academic success, serving a diverse and challenging community. It offers strong leadership, a supportive environment, and excellent opportunities for professional growth.

The Opportunity:

As a Senior Attendance Officer, you will work closely with students and families to improve attendance and support student achievement. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and is dedicated to fostering positive relationships and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and implement the school’s attendance policy to ensure compliance and improvement in student attendance.
• Work with identified students and their families to address attendance barriers and support them in achieving better outcomes.
• Record, monitor, evaluate, and report on attendance data regularly to inform school strategies and interventions.
• Conduct home visits as required to engage with families and provide support and guidance.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral staff, and other professionals to ensure a coordinated approach to student support.
• Provide regular updates to the Assistant Vice Principal and senior leadership team on attendance trends and interventions.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and carers to foster a culture of attendance and engagement.
• Support the school’s commitment to safeguarding and wellbeing through proactive engagement and intervention.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within education or youth services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with students and families.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a high level of organisation and attention to detail.
• Experience in managing attendance data and reporting on key metrics.
• A valid driving license and willingness to travel for home visits.

Preferred

• Experience in pastoral care or student support services.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Experience in working with families from diverse backgrounds.
• Previous experience in a school setting, particularly within a Church of England academy.
• Familiarity with continuous professional development and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Access to a Local Government Pension scheme and occupational health services.
• Comprehensive employee assistance programme and cycle to work scheme.