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Join an Ofsted rated Outstanding Primary School in Tower Hamlets as an Attendance Officer!
Location: Tower Hamlets, LondonPosition: Attendance OfficerStart Date: 22 April till at least June 2025
8.15 -4Pm (flexi working hours)
Hourly rate of pay is from 拢15.50 -拢17.50 per hour, depending on experience.
Please note that this vacancy is only open to candidates who have school based attendance or administrative experience.
Are you passionate about ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive and succeed? We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Attendance Officer to join an outstanding 3-form entry Primary School in Tower Hamlets. If you're committed to making a difference and supporting a school community, don't delay in sending your CV to
About the Role:
As Attendance Officer, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining high levels of student attendance. You will be responsible for monitoring, tracking, and reporting on student attendance, liaising with parents, and ensuring that children who are absent are supported appropriately. You will work closely with the pastoral team, school leadership, and outside agencies to promote regular school attendance and remove barriers to learning.
Key Responsibilities:
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Monitor and track student attendance, ensuring all records are up to date and accurate.
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Follow up on absences, communicating with parents and guardians to address any attendance concerns.
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Implement attendance strategies to improve punctuality and regular attendance.
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Collaborate with staff to identify and support students facing challenges related to attendance.
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Prepare regular attendance reports for school leadership and external agencies as needed.
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Promote a positive attendance culture across the school community.
About You:
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School based Attendance officer or administrative experience
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Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with parents, children, and staff.
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A proactive, organised, and empathetic approach to supporting students and families.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Knowledge of relevant safeguarding and attendance policies is a bonus, but training will be provided.
As the successful applicant you will be joining a friendly and supportive Tower Hamlets school with a great reputation in the borough.
It is very close to the Docklands Light Railway.
Requirements for this Attendance Officer's role in Tower Hamlets
路 This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
路 Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
路 You must have the legal right to work in the UK
