Attendance officer

Can you maintain a positive rapport with students, parents, and colleagues alike?

Do you possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills?

Can you work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team?

We are seeking an experienced Attendance Officer to join a vibrant secondary school in Wakefield on a temporary, part-time basis. Your primary focus will be to monitor and improve attendance rates, ensuring students receive the support they need to succeed academically. This role is initially for one month, with potential to extend and include a additional working day for the right candidate.

The school is a welcoming and supportive academy committed to providing the very best education for every student. They believe in creating a culture of success and a positive learning environment where students are at the heart of everything they do. The school has been graded 'Good' by the Ofsted.

Position Details

• Location: Wakefield
• Contract: Part time role (Thursday and Friday)
• Pay Rate: £95 - £110 per day

Essential Requirements:

• Previous experience as an Attendance Officer in a school setting.
• Proficiency in using SIMS (School Information Management System).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enhanced DBS check on the update service.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Skills

• Proficiency in using MIS systems (e.g., SIMS, Arbor).
• Ability to analyse attendance data and identify trends.
• Confidence in liaising with parents/carers and external agencies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• High levels of professionalism and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and track daily attendance data for all students.
• Identify and address patterns of poor attendance.
• Work closely with pastoral teams to support students with attendance issues.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and interventions.
• Develop and implement attendance improvement strategies.
• Provide administrative support for attendance-related tasks.
• Process leave of absence requests in line with school policy.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures in attendance matters.
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Assist with general administrative duties as required.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).

Could this be the ideal role for you?Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of an Attendance officer. For more information, please contact or call to speak to Kirsty or Maria