Tividale Community Primary offers a stimulating, caring and safe environment in which our pupils desire to learn. We work in partnership with parents, families and the wider community where all are treated with respect and feel valued and secure. We are looking for an experienced Attendance Officer to work 3 days per week to promote excellent attendance and punctuality. In this key role, you will monitor daily attendance, follow up on absences, and work closely with pupils, families, staff and other agencies. 21 hours per week – Wednesday to Friday 8.30am to 4pm with 30 minutes lunch break. The successful applicant will have a proven track record in a welfare role and play a pivotal part in improving attendance. You will have experience of communicating with empathy and professionalism with the whole school community and external agencies. Proven experience of data analysis, producing statistical reports and attendance trends is essential in this role. You will also have proven experience of processing referrals and maintaining accurate records to ensure compliance in relation to any legal actions that may be required. Working knowledge of local and national guidance and procedures relating to attendance and safeguarding is also essential. We can offer a friendly and supportive staff team, a well-resourced school, excellent working environment, supportive parents and enthusiastic young learners. This post offers an excellent career opportunity in this high quality, very supportive school. Visits to school are welcomed and can be arranged by emailing Sharon Lloyd Business Manager sharon.lloyd@tividale-pri.sandwell.sch.uk. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barred List Check will be undertaken for the successful candidate. Checks will be undertaken in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education requirements including an online search. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Application forms and job descriptions are available for download from the WMjobs website. Please return your completed application form directly to Sharon Lloyd (Business Manager) by email to sharon.lloyd@tividale-pri.sandwell.sch.uk Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 3rd October 2025. Shortlisting: From Friday 3rd October 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email and invited to interview. Interviews: From Wednesday 8th October onwards. Pre-employment checks will be made in line with KCSIE. Hours 21 hours per week, 8.30 – 4pm Wednesday to Friday. Term time only plus 5 training days Grade Grade D (FTE- £27,254 - £31,022) Actual pro-rata salary £13,802-£15,778 Location Tividale Community Primary, Dudley Road West, Tivdale, B69 2HT Contract Permanent Closing Date Friday 3rd October 2025 12 noon