A large secondary school in Derby is looking to appoint a dedicated Attendance & Family Liaison Officer to strengthen its pastoral provision from January 2026.
The Role
This role sits at the heart of the schools pastoral systems and focuses on improving attendance through early intervention data monitoring and positive family engagement. You will:
Monitor daily attendance and punctuality
Conduct first-day absence calls and follow-up checks
Work closely with Heads of Year and safeguarding staff
Support attendance meetings with families
Track interventions and report attendance data to leadership
The School
The school has a strong pastoral reputation and clear systems already in place. Youll be part of a multi-disciplinary team that works collaboratively to support student wellbeing and engagement.
Why This Role
Meaningful work with clear impact on student outcomes
Strong safeguarding and pastoral leadership
Training provided for attendance systems and procedures
Supportive values-driven school culture
Ideal for someone experienced in attendance safeguarding or family support.
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