Attendance Officer Supportive School in Sutton

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and organised Attendance Officer to join a supportive school in Sutton. The school is seeking a proactive individual who can help improve attendance punctuality and student engagement while working closely with students families and staff. This is a full-time position with an ASAP start.

The successful Attendance Officer will play a key role in monitoring and improving student attendance across the school. You will analyse attendance data identify patterns of absence and work proactively with students and families to address barriers to regular attendance.

You will work closely with pastoral teams school leaders and external agencies where appropriate ensuring attendance concerns are followed up promptly and accurately. Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships will be essential.

• Monitor daily attendance and punctuality

• Follow up unexplained and persistent absences

• Maintain accurate attendance records and documentation

• Contact parents and carers regarding attendance concerns

• Identify students requiring additional attendance support

• Work closely with pastoral and safeguarding teams

• Produce attendance reports and identify emerging patterns

• Support attendance initiatives across the school

This supportive school in Sutton is committed to providing students with a positive and inclusive educational environment. The school places strong emphasis on student wellbeing engagement and ensuring that pupils have every opportunity to succeed.

The successful candidate will join a dedicated administrative and pastoral team where collaboration and effective communication are highly valued.

• Previous experience in an attendance pastoral administrative or school-based role is desirable

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately

• Good IT skills and confidence working with data

• A proactive and solution-focused approach

• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team

The salary for this Attendance Officer position will be dependent on experience and the schools agreed pay scale.

To be considered for this Attendance Officer position at a supportive school in Sutton with an ASAP start please submit an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.