Attendance Administrator – High Performing Secondary School in Sheffield – ASAP Start!

A high performing and well-structured secondary school in Sheffield is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Attendance Administrator to join its pastoral and safeguarding team as soon as possible. This is a vital position within the school playing a central role in supporting pupil progress safeguarding and whole-school improvement through accurate attendance monitoring and early intervention.

Attendance is a key strategic priority within the schools improvement plan and the successful candidate will work closely with Heads of Year senior leaders and safeguarding staff to ensure high standards of punctuality and attendance are consistently maintained.

The Role

• Monitoring daily attendance and punctuality across all year groups

• Recording and updating attendance data accurately using the schools MIS system (e.g. SIMS Arbor Bromcom)

• Following up on first-day absence calls and unexplained absences

• Liaising professionally and sensitively with parents and carers regarding attendance concerns

• Producing detailed attendance reports for senior leadership and governors

• Identifying patterns of persistent absence and escalating concerns appropriately

• Supporting attendance panels intervention meetings and documentation

• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding and statutory attendance requirements

• Working collaboratively with pastoral staff to implement targeted support strategies

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience in a school attendance or administrative role

• Strong knowledge of attendance procedures and safeguarding frameworks

• Experience using school MIS systems and managing pupil data

• Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail

• The ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion

• Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with families

• A proactive resilient and solutions-focused approach

This Sheffield secondary school benefits from structured systems clear expectations and supportive leadership committed to improving outcomes for all pupils. The Attendance Administrator will be a valued member of the wider pastoral team and play a key role in supporting pupil success.

Salary

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

Application

To apply for this Attendance Administrator position in Sheffield please submit your CV outlining your attendance and data management experience. For further information or to arrange a confidential discussion please contact us directly. Early applications are encouraged as the school is keen to appoint promptly.