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Attendance Officer – Outstanding Secondary School – Kingston
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale
School Information
This Outstanding 11–18 secondary school in Kingston is known for its excellent academic progress, strong leadership, and structured pastoral systems. The school serves a diverse community and maintains high standards in behaviour and attendance.
Attendance and engagement are central to the school’s improvement strategy. Leadership uses data-driven systems to monitor patterns and intervene early where necessary.
Due to strategic strengthening of attendance systems, the school is seeking an experienced and proactive Attendance Officer.
Role Overview
The Attendance Officer will monitor and improve whole-school attendance.
Key responsibilities include:
* Monitoring daily attendance
* Contacting parents regarding absences
* Identifying persistent absence patterns
* Producing attendance reports for SLT
* Coordinating attendance panels
* Liaising with external agencies
* Supporting reintegration strategies
* Maintaining accurate MIS records
* Ensuring compliance with DfE guidance
* Supporting safeguarding interventions
The role requires strong communication skills and resilience.
Attendance & Pastoral Team
The Attendance Officer works closely with Heads of Year and the safeguarding team within a structured pastoral framework.
Candidate Requirements
* Experience in attendance or school administration
* Strong data and IT skills
* Excellent communication ability
* Organised and detail-focused approach
* Ability to manage sensitive conversations
* Commitment to safeguarding
Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.