School Attendance Officer - Redhill Surrey

Job Advert: School Attendance Officer

Location: Redhill, SurreyPosition: School Attendance OfficerContract Type: Full-timeSalary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience

Are you passionate about supporting students to achieve their best? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to ensuring high attendance standards in a school environment? If so, we want to hear from you!

About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and organised School Attendance Officer to join our team in Redhill, Surrey. The successful candidate will play a key role in monitoring and improving student attendance, working closely with parents, teachers, and senior leadership to support our school's objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and track student attendance data, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
• Follow up with families regarding unexplained absences and provide support to encourage regular attendance.
• Work with school staff to identify patterns of absence and implement strategies to address concerns.
• Ensure compliance with school policies and local authority regulations on attendance.
• Support the development and implementation of initiatives to improve attendance across the school.
• Maintain up-to-date records and produce reports for senior leadership.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Strong organisational skills with an eye for detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and improving attendance.
• Experience working in a school or education setting (desirable but not essential).
• Knowledge of relevant policies and legislation related to school attendance.
• Sims and or Bromcom experience
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why Join Us?

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of students.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are ready to make a positive impact on student attendance and be part of a thriving school community, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role to or apply via Tradewind Website

Deadline for applications: Friday 24th January Interviews: week commencing 3rd February