A welcoming and inclusive 1118 secondary school in Staffordshire is seeking a dedicated Attendance Officer to join its pastoral and safeguarding team from January 2026.
About the Role
The Attendance Officer plays a crucial role in supporting student welfare and academic success. Youll be responsible for monitoring daily attendance liaising with families and working closely with the pastoral team to reduce persistent absence and promote engagement.
Responsibilities include:
Monitoring attendance registers and producing reports for senior leaders.
Following up absences and contacting parents and carers.
Supporting interventions to improve attendance.
Working collaboratively with tutors heads of year and external agencies.
The School
The school has a Good Ofsted rating and prides itself on its caring ethos. Behaviour is calm expectations are clear and students respond well to consistent support. Staff are valued well-trained and encouraged to take initiative in their roles.
About You
Strong administrative skills and excellent communication.
Experience working with data and attendance systems (e.g. SIMS Arbor).
Empathy professionalism and discretion.
Ability to build positive relationships with students and families.
If youre passionate about supporting young people and enjoy a role with real purpose this is a great opportunity to make a difference every day.
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