Attendance Officer
E-ACT The Oldham Academy North | Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, Mastery
E-ACT The Oldham Academy North is a dynamic and inclusive 11-16 secondary academy located in Oldham. Rooted in our core values of Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery, we committed to fostering an environment where students thrive academically, personally, and socially.
We hold ourselves to high expectations, challenging our students to excel in all areas of their education. Beyond academic excellence, we inspire and empower them to become ambassadors for their community, instilling a sense of responsibility and pride in their role as contributors to the greater whole.
Join us on this journey of education, growth, and community engagement, where we value Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery at every step.
Want to make a difference to young people?
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?
Are you passionate about helping young people thrive? The Oldham Academy North is seeking a committed, energetic Attendance Officer to champion excellent attendance across our school. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with students, families, and staff to remove barriers, build trust, and ensure every learner has the opportunity to succeed.
You’ll monitor attendance data, follow up swiftly on concerns, and develop positive relationships that encourage students to be in school, every day, ready to learn. With your proactive approach, strong communication skills, and passion for making a difference, you’ll play a crucial part in driving improved outcomes for our students.
If you thrive in a fastpaced, purposeful environment and want to make a real impact in our community, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and help shape brighter futures.
Key Responsibilities
* Monitor, track, and analyse student attendance data to identify patterns and concerns.
* Make prompt contact with families to challenge absence, offer support, and encourage strong attendance.
* Work closely with pastoral staff, teachers, and external agencies to address barriers to attendance.
* Build positive, respectful relationships with students and families to encourage engagement and accountability.
Pay range: SCP 7-11 - £25,008.49 - £26,655.64 - FTE: £26,403.00 - £28,142.00 - 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year - Permanent
Qualifications and Skills
* GCSE Maths and English minimum grade 4 or equivalent
* Knowledge of attendance systems
* Ability to work effectively within a team environment
* Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with pupils and parents/carers
* Ability to analyse and evaluate data to identify trends and issues
Benefits
Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.
Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.
Culture and Wellbeing
Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.
How to apply
Follow the link - https://mynewterm.com/jobs/136115/EDV-2026-EOAN-52291
Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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