Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, Attendance Secretary. Pay Band C is between £25,992 (8) and £28,624 (14) pro rata. Actual salary will be between £22,995 and £25,323.
To work 37 hours, 8.30 am – 4.30 pm Monday‑Friday (term time only) + INSET Days.
Overview
We are seeking a proactive and organised individual to join our school as an Attendance Secretary. This is a key role focused on improving pupil attendance and punctuality, working closely with a member of the Senior Leadership Team and the Education Welfare Officer.
Responsibilities
* Monitoring and analysing pupil attendance data to identify patterns, risks and emerging concerns.
* Working closely with the Education Welfare Officer (EWO), including regular liaison with a member of SLT regarding individual pupils where attendance is a concern.
* Organising and contributing to attendance panels and meetings with families to address attendance issues.
* Maintaining robust systems for tracking, monitoring and reviewing attendance for pupils causing concern.
* Ensuring accurate and up to date pupil registration records are maintained at all times.
* Maintaining up to date records, communication and monitoring for pupils within identified target groups for improving attendance.
* Supporting the administration and processing of penalty notice warnings and leave of absence requests, in line with statutory guidance and in partnership with the Education Welfare Officer.
* Ensuring timely and clear communication with parents, carers and relevant professionals regarding attendance expectations and concerns.
* Show a high standard of administrative and clerical knowledge and skills as well as computer and organisational skills.
* Maintain a calm, resilient approach within a busy school environment.
* Communicate with pupils, colleagues, parents and outside agencies.
* Be an excellent team player and can work well in a busy, school environment.
* Answer incoming telephone calls, responding to enquiries or directing calls appropriately.
* Greet all school visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
* Provide high-quality administrative and reception support.
Qualifications
Experience in Microsoft Word and Excel essential. Experience with SIMS is desirable (but training can be provided).
Benefits
* A friendly, positive working environment with a good sense of humour.
* Dedicated and supportive administrative and school staff.
* Excellent professional development opportunities.
Commitment
Marston Green Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required. Please note, we will be conducting online checks to all applicants before interview stage.
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