Attendance Officer

West Drayton - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Attendance and Family Support Officer

Salary:

Part-Time Hours

Are you passionate about helping children and families thrive This is your chance to join a dedicated specialist school community supporting children with autism complex needs and learning disabilities where every day brings meaningful impact.

As the Attendance and Family Support Officer youll play a vital role in improving school attendance and wellbeing by building trusted relationships with families working closely with teachers therapists and safeguarding leads. Its a role that blends empathy with structure supporting families while ensuring every child has the best opportunity to succeed.

What Were Looking For

Minimum Level 3 qualification in a related field (e.g. Health and Social Care Education Childcare).
Safeguarding training and strong knowledge of child protection procedures.
Previous experience in an education setting ideally within a special school environment.
Proven ability to work with children with autism and their families in a supportive capacity.
Experience of multi-agency collaboration and partnership working.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to conduct home visits when required.

Why Join

Be part of a caring inclusive school community that celebrates every achievement big or small.
Work in a setting where your role genuinely shapes lives and supports families through meaningful connections.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities in safeguarding autism awareness and family liaison.
Supportive leadership team that values your voice expertise and wellbeing.
Competitive salary () and clear career progression pathways.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and manage daily pupil attendance ensuring accurate records are maintained.
Liaise with families local authorities and external partners to address attendance concerns.
Develop and implement attendance action plans and early interventions.
Act as a first point of contact for families needing additional support offering guidance and signposting where appropriate.
Conduct home visits where necessary to strengthen engagement and understanding.
Support the schools safeguarding lead by recognising and reporting concerns in line with procedures.
Work collaboratively with teachers therapists and wider support teams to promote pupil wellbeing and consistent attendance.

Ready to make a difference

If youre a compassionate professional with a passion for family engagement and improving attendance wed love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team thats transforming lives through care understanding and education.

Reference: WILL178637/LJ

INDACC

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Job DescriptionAttendance and Family Support Officer Salary: Part-Time Hours Are you passionate about helping children and families thrive This is your chance to join a dedicated specialist school community supporting children with autism complex needs and learning disabilities where every day bri...