Attendance Officer - (Vulnerable Children) Walsall Rate of Pay: £22.10 Umbrella Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, 30-minute unpaid break. Term Time Duration: Until July 2026 - potential extension upon reviewal A full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle is required About the Role: Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable children and making a real difference in their lives? We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Attendance Officer to join Walsall’s School Attendance Support Service, working within our Prevention and Reintegration team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work in partnership with schools, families, and a wide range of professionals to ensure that children and young people receive their full educational entitlement and achieve the best possible outcomes. You will play a crucial role in supporting children who are vulnerable to poor attendance or disengagement from education. Your work will help ensure that no child misses out on the opportunity to thrive. Key Responsibilities: · Work closely with schools across Walsall to challenge and support them in meeting their statutory responsibilities, particularly in relation to attendance, elective home education, permanent exclusions, and children missing from education. · Champion the educational needs of vulnerable children, ensuring they access quality education and support to reach their full potential. · Collaborate directly with children, families, and schools across a range of settings to develop tailored support and intervention strategies. · Ensure that alternative provision is appropriate, meets statutory requirements, and supports the aspirations of pupils who are disengaged from mainstream education. · Maintain and manage a caseload, ensuring accurate and timely records in line with service policies. · Carry out home visits and make informed judgments about visit frequency based on the child’s needs. · Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, including Child in Need, Early Help, and assessment meetings. · Be mindful of SEND legislation and the Code of Practice in all areas of your work. This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:- A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to An easy registration process (all done online) Referral schemes and incentives Ongoing compliance managed for you Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more. Not looking right now? We also offer generous referral bonuses so please pass on to a colleague or friend who may be! Please contact Helen on 07901286967 or email helen.omara@pprsocialcare.co.uk for more information.