Attendance Officer

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Job Title: Attendance Officer

Location: London

Salary: £18- £23 per hour

Contract: Full-time |

Start Date: ASAP /








🏫 About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and organised Attendance Officer to lead on improving student attendance and punctuality across the college.

You will play a vital role in ensuring all students attend regularly, working closely with families, pastoral teams, and external agencies to remove barriers to attendance.








🎯 Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and track daily attendance and punctuality
• Follow up on absences (first-day calling, home visits where required)
• Work with students and families to improve attendance
• Identify patterns of persistent absence and implement interventions
• Maintain accurate attendance records (e.g. SIMS / Arbor)
• Liaise with safeguarding, pastoral teams, and external agencies
• Prepare attendance reports for SLT and governors

👤 About You

• Experience working in a school or similar setting
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Confident communicator with parents/carers and professionals
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism
• Good knowledge of attendance processes and safeguarding

Desirable:

• Experience with SIMS, Arbor, or similar MIS systems
• Understanding of UK attendance legislation and guidance
• Experience conducting home visits or working with external agencies

💡 What We Offer

• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Ongoing CPD and development opportunities
• Opportunity to progress into pastoral or safeguarding roles
• A key role making a measurable impact on student outcomes

🛡️ Safeguarding

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.








📩 How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role.








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