Overview
We are seeking a proactive and dedicated Attendance Officer to play a key role in improving student attendance and engagement across the school. This role is vital in promoting a positive culture of attendance and ensuring the school meets statutory attendance requirements.
Responsibilities
* Monitor and manage daily student attendance, ensuring registers are accurate and compliant with statutory guidance.
* Act as a key point of contact for attendance matters, working closely with parents/carers to follow up on absences and lateness.
* Identify patterns of poor attendance and work proactively with students, families, and staff to improve engagement and attendance outcomes.
* Coordinate targeted interventions for students with persistent absence, including arranging meetings, action plans, and follow-up support.
* Conduct home visits where appropriate to strengthen relationships with families and address barriers to attendance.
* Work collaboratively with safeguarding, pastoral, and senior leadership teams to respond to welfare concerns linked to attendance.
* Liaise with external agencies, including the Local Authority and other support services, to ensure appropriate support and compliance with attendance regulations.
* Support formal attendance processes, including the preparation of documentation for penalty notices and other enforcement actions where necessary.
* Maintain accurate attendance records and produce regular reports to support monitoring and strategic decision-making.
* Promote a positive culture of attendance and punctuality across the school community.
Qualifications
* Experience in attendance management or safeguarding is desirable.
* Strong communication skills with parents/carers and external partners.
* Ability to work collaboratively with safeguarding, pastoral, and senior leadership teams.
* Proactive problem-solving and data-informed decision-making abilities.
* Knowledge of attendance regulations and statutory guidance.
Benefits
* A brand-new, state-of-the-art school building with excellent facilities.
* A friendly and supportive staff team who genuinely enjoy working together and supporting our students.
* The opportunity to work with a diverse and vibrant school community.
* A strong commitment to professional development, with opportunities to learn, grow and develop in your role.
* A laptop and reliable IT support to help you do your job effectively.
* Access to our on-site staff gym.
* Free on-site parking.
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