Attendance officer

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values increasing opportunities, improving outcomes for our students.

As a mixed comprehensive Academy with a dynamic Sixth Form, Q3 Academy Great Barr serves a vibrant and culturally diverse community of nearly 1,200 students.

Professional growth is embedded in our culture, and Q3 Academy Great Barr presents unparalleled opportunities for students and staff. If you are an individual passionate about shaping the future generation, you will be joining a community where education is valued, diversity is celebrated, and personal development is prioritised.

Job title: Attendance Officer

Main purpose: To ensure that students attending the Academy have their attendance recorded appropriately and accurately. To be the first port of call for all attendance enquiries and to ensure that our attendance strategy is implemented accurately and effectively.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete the first day calling process
• Administer accurate management of the academy registers
• Complete relevant attendance communications as per Attendance Policy
• Review trends and patterns in absence and take relevant action
• Support the Attendance Team in improving whole academy attendance
• Work with external partners such as the EWO as directed.

For full details of the post please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Benefits

• Join an incredible team of friendly and supportive staff.
• Work with our amazing students in a positive learning environment supported by a centralised behaviour system.
• Manageable marking.
• Supportive feedback culture with no high‑stakes observations.
• Rich culture of professional learning, with a high‑quality CPD programme.
• Fully resourced curriculum.
• Three‑week Christmas break.
• A visible and supportive SLT.
• Modern laptops for staff and visualisers in every classroom.
• Connect and unwind with regular social activities.
• Access to UK Healthcare benefits, supporting your optical and dental care needs and including a free annual flu vaccination.
• Free car parking on site.
• Enjoy exclusive discounts and benefits through the Vivup Employee Assistance Programme.

The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service checks and satisfactory references.

The Mercian Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.