Attendance Officer – Secondary School (Huddersfield)
Full-time: 8:00am–4:00pm | Term Time Only
Start: ASAP – July (End of Academic Year)
We are seeking an experienced Attendance Officer to join a thriving secondary school in Huddersfield on a long-term cover basis, starting as soon as possible and continuing until the end of the academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is confident, organised, and passionate about improving student attendance and engagement.
About the RoleThe Attendance Officer will play a key role in supporting the school’s pastoral and safeguarding teams by ensuring accurate attendance records and promoting excellent attendance across the schoolmunity.
Key Responsibilities
1. Monitor daily student attendance and punctuality
2. Make first-day absence calls and follow up on unexplained absences
3. Maintain accurate attendance data using the school’s MIS (, SIMS/Arbor/Bro)
4. Produce attendance reports for senior leaders and pastoral staff
5. Work closely with parents, carers, and external agencies to address attendance concerns
6. Support attendance meetings and contribute to intervention plans.
7. Uphold safeguarding procedures and escalate concerns appropriately
Requirements
8. Previous experience as an Attendance Officer in a school setting is essential.
9. Strong understanding of attendance procedures and safeguarding responsibilities
10. Confident using school MIS systems and Microsoft Office
11. Excellentmunication, organisation, and record-keeping skills
12. Ability to work independently and as part of a wider pastoral team
13. Calm, professional, and able to handle sensitive situations
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