Job Overview
Location: Oasis Academy Shirley Park, Croydon - Secondary & Sixth Form
Salary: SCP 7-11, Outer London
Role: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Term-Time only
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: February 2026
We are seeking a dedicated and professional Attendance Officer to join our team. You will play a vital role in promoting excellent attendance and supporting the welfare of our students. Please be advised that this posting may be closed early should a suitable candidate be identified.
Responsibilities
* Monitoring student attendance data, identifying patterns of absence, and investigating any unexplained absences.
* Building positive relationships with parents and carers to understand the reasons behind absences and develop individualised plans to support their child's regular attendance.
* Liaising with external agencies, such as social services or health professionals, to address any underlying issues impacting school attendance.
* Building trust and rapport with families from diverse backgrounds.
* Possessing excellent data analysis skills and a commitment to working collaboratively with school staff to ensure all students thrive in a positive learning environment.
Commitment and Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours, which flow from the Oasis Community Learning ethos.
Application Notice
Please note: Oasis Community Learning does not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative introductions from recruitment agencies. We work strictly with agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL), and any CVs submitted outside of this agreement will not be liable to an introduction fee.
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