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The role
Attendance Officer - Secondary School - Southend-on-Sea Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale Attendance Officer A successful Secondary School in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a dedicated and proactive Attendance Officer to join its pastoral support team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and student-focused individual who understands the importance of attendance in securing positive educational outcomes. The successful candidate will play a vital role in promoting excellent attendance and punctuality while supporting students and families to overcome barriers to learning. The Attendance Officer will be responsible for monitoring daily attendance, maintaining accurate records and ensuring attendance procedures are implemented consistently across the school. You will work closely with students, parents, pastoral leaders and external agencies to improve attendance outcomes and promote a culture of high expectations. Key responsibilities will include carrying out first-day absence calls, investigating attendance concerns, analysing attendance data, preparing reports and supporting targeted intervention strategies for students with persistent absence. You will communicate regularly with parents and carers, coordinate attendance meetings and contribute to action plans that support improved attendance and punctuality. The successful candidate will also support safeguarding processes where attendance concerns may indicate wider welfare issues. The school is seeking an individual with excellent communication skills, strong organisational abilities and the confidence to manage sensitive situations professionally. You will need to be resilient, proactive and committed to ensuring every student has the best possible opportunity to succeed. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to students' educational experiences and outcomes within a supportive and ambitious school community. School Information This is a well-established Secondary School in Southend-on-Sea with a strong commitment to high standards, student wellbeing and continuous improvement. The school serves a diverse community and is known for its supportive ethos, where positive relationships and high expectations underpin daily practice. Students are respectful, motivated and eager to succeed, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment. Staff benefit from supportive leadership, collaborative working relationships and excellent opportunities for professional development. Requirements • Previous attendance, pastoral or administrative experience desirable • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Strong organisational abilities • Ability to analyse and interpret attendance data • Experience using school management systems desirable • Professional and confidential approach • Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing • Ability to build positive relationships with students and families Application To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.
