Overview
At Oasis Academy Shirley Park, Croydon - Secondary & Sixth Form
SCP 7-11, Outer London
Role: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Term-Time only
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: February 2026
Interviews: Will begin as soon as applications are received. We are seeking a dedicated and professional Attendance Officer to join our team. You will play a vital role in promoting excellent attendance and supporting the welfare of our students. Please be advised that this posting may be closed early should a suitable candidate be identified.
Responsibilities
* Monitor student attendance data, identify patterns of absence, and investigate any unexplained absences.
* Build positive relationships with parents and carers to understand the reasons behind absences and develop individualised plans to support regular attendance.
* Liaise with external agencies, such as social services or health professionals, to address underlying issues impacting school attendance.
* Collaborate with school staff to ensure all students thrive in a positive learning environment.
Skills and Qualifications
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building trust with families from diverse backgrounds.
* Excellent data analysis skills.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people; willingness to undergo enhanced DBS checks.
Safeguarding and Ethos
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours, which flow from the Oasis Community Learning ethos.
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