Attendance Officer

CRA Group Recruitment And Payroll Ltd

Job Location:

Walsall - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

To support schools in Walsall to monitor improve and enforce regular school attendance by working closely with children young people families and schools. The role focuses on identifying barriers to attendance providing early intervention and support and ensuring children receive their entitlement to education within a statutory and restorative framework.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor and track school attendance data to identify pupils at risk of persistent absence
Work directly with pupils parents/carers and schools to understand reasons for absence and agree action plans to improve attendance
Carry out home visits parental meetings and school-based interventions
Provide advice guidance and support to families using a graduated and restorative approach
Support schools to develop strategies that raise participation and engagement
Maintain accurate records reports and case notes in line with statutory requirements
Work independently while contributing effectively as part of the Attendance Support Service team
Liaise with partner agencies where appropriate to support children and families

Requirements

Experience working with children young people and families ideally within an educational setting
Experience supporting or promoting school attendance
Strong communication skills with the ability to build trusted and effective relationships
Confidence and creativity to deliver flexible child- and family-centred support
Excellent organisational and report-writing skills with the ability to manage a busy caseload
Proficiency in using IT systems to record information and analyse attendance data
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and contribute to service development
Ability to provide clear accurate advice and support verbally in spoken English

3 Month Contract With A Local AuthorityJob PurposeTo support schools in Walsall to monitor improve and enforce regular school attendance by working closely with children young people families and schools. The role focuses on identifying barriers to attendance providing early intervention and support...