School Attendance Officer | ASAP Start | Corby, Northamptonshire
Making every school day count for the students of Northants.
A fast-paced and ambitious secondary school in Corby is seeking an energetic Attendance Officer to join their team immediately. This role requires someone who is highly organized and capable of managing a busy workload while maintaining a positive and professional attitude with students and their families.
The Snapshot
* Location: Corby, Northants (Excellent links to Kettering and the A14)
* Salary: Local Government Grade (Competitive)
* Contract: Full-time, Term-time only
* Hours: 08:00 – 16:00 (Standard school hours)
Detailed Responsibilities
* Student Interaction: Meeting with students daily to discuss their attendance, offering encouragement, and helping them overcome barriers to arriving on time.
* Communication: Being the first point of contact for parents reporting absences via phone, text, or the school's parent app.
* Persistent Absence Focus: Managing a caseload of students whose attendance has fallen below 90%, conducting targeted interventions to prevent further decline.
* Reporting: Preparing detailed attendance packs for Governors' meetings and Ofsted inspections.
How to Apply
If you are a practical, reliable professional looking for a stable role in a school that values your contribution, please submit your CV today.