Attendance Officer
Location: Brighton And Hove, UK
Salary: SCP07-11
Application Deadline: Sunday, 7th December 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Expected Working Start Date: TBC
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Is a Shared Job: No
About us
Portslade Aldridge Community Academy (PACA) is a member of the Aldridge Education family of schools, which locally also includes Aldridge Adult Learning and Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (BACA).
PACA is a co-educational 11-16 secondary school in Portslade, Brighton & Hove with approximately 1000 students on roll. The academy has a strong emphasis on both academic achievement and personal development. Approximately 70% of students take the EBACC and the school runs a wide range of enrichment activities and trips throughout the year. The school is very aware that it serves a fully comprehensive cohort and PACA prepares its pupils for success in education and beyond through strong pastoral care, career guidance, and a commitment to excellence. PACA is rated Good by Ofsted in its last inspection in 2021.
Job Description
The heart of the role of Attendance Officer at Brighton Aldridge Community Academy can be found in these five key responsibilities:
Supporting the senior leadership team and staff in implementing a vision for excellence by providing a level of service to all stakeholders based on high standards.
Supporting the senior leadership team and colleagues in creating a climate hospitable to education in order that safety, a co-operative spirit and other foundations of fruitful interaction prevail.
Cultivating leadership in others so that students and colleagues assume their parts in realising the school vision.
Providing a level of service which enables teachers to teach and students to learn.
Provide a high standard of administrative support to the Attendance Lead and Attendance Service
Key Duties:
Attendance Administration
Assist the Attendance Lead with the maintenance and upkeep of the attendance module in the Management Information System (MIS).
Ensure absences are correctly coded, recorded, and that all attendance procedures are adhered to.
Check daily attendance registers for accuracy and completeness, following up with staff regarding any incomplete registers.
Communication and Follow-Up
Contact parents on the first day of absence to support future attendance
Personally contact students on the vulnerable or targeted attendance lists and escalate cases where contact cannot be made.
Conduct home visits with the Attendance Lead, in line with the academy's Lone Working Policy.
Data and Reporting
Generate weekly attendance and punctuality tables for display in form rooms to encourage healthy competition between groups.
Produce data to help reward pupils who have high attendance or improved .
Student Support and Safeguarding
Track attendance of vulnerable and key student groups in liaison with pastoral staff.
Initiate action plans when attendance falls below expected levels, ensuring interventions are timely and effective.
Work collaboratively with other agencies and academy staff to ensure that students' educational and welfare needs are met.
Refer safeguarding concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead and liaise with external agencies (e.g., Duty and Assessment Teams, Social Work teams) as appropriate.
Additional Responsibilities
Provide administrative support for Governors' Attendance Panels.
Support key individuals during examination periods to ensure attendance and punctuality.
Participate in supervisory duties in line with duty rota schedules to support a positive school culture.
Benefits
Join the Aldridge Education Family!
Looking for a fulfilling career with great perks Here's why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:
Aldridge Benefits Scheme - Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits.
Employee Assistance Programme - Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it.
Flexible Working Opportunities - Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you.
Free On-Site Parking - No more hunting for parking, we've got your spot covered.
Generous Annual Leave - Start with a great holiday allowance, and it gets even better after 5 years!
Pension Schemes - Secure your future with access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
Refer a Friend Scheme - Know someone who would love it here Earn rewards by bringing them on board!
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