Job Title: Engagement Officer Pay Rate: £140.43 – £166.78 Location: Sandwell Hours: 37hrs per week, Term Time plus 5 days Are you passionate about helping young people succeed through improved school attendance? We’re seeking a committed and proactive Engagement Officer to join our team, working closely with students, families, and staff to promote a culture of punctuality, engagement, and achievement. This will be working in a PRU setting. Key Responsibilities: Support and improve student attendance and punctuality through targeted interventions Build strong, supportive relationships with families and external agencies Monitor, analyse, and report on attendance data to inform strategies Lead attendance rewards initiatives and coordinate support for off-site provisionWhat We’re Looking For: Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children, young people, and families Solid understanding of safeguarding procedures and attendance legislation Strong communication, data analysis, and IT skills (experience with SIMS desirable) A flexible, empathetic, and resilient approach to challenges Requirements: Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain) Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Flexibility to work outside standard school hours when needed About Smart Education Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offense to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity to children. If you are ready to be part of a supportive team dedicated to empowering students, we want to hear from you. Apply now and join Smart Education in shaping a brighter future for students and their families. Smart Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post holder will be expected to contribute to safeguarding in accordance with the agreed policy. An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role