School Attendance Officer
Full-time From 15 per hour Gravesend
Academics are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming secondary school in Gravesend for a dedicated School Attendance Officer to join their team on a full-time basis.
The Role
As Attendance Officer, you will play a key role in promoting strong attendance and punctuality across the school. You will work closely with students, parents and staff to monitor attendance, follow up on absences and support initiatives that encourage engagement in learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and maintain daily attendance and punctuality records.
- Contact parents and carers regarding unexplained absences.
- Liaise with teaching staff and external agencies to support students.
- Produce attendance reports and ensure records are accurate and up to date.
- Identify attendance concerns and follow up appropriately.
- Support whole-school strategies to improve attendance and punctuality.
What We're Looking For
- Experience working in a school or administrative environment.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- A proactive, approachable and supportive attitude.
- Experience using attendance systems such as SIMS, ARBOR or similar.
- The ability to handle confidential information professionally.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
Why Apply?
- Friendly and supportive secondary school environment.
- Opportunity to make a positive impact on students' attendance and outcomes.
- Competitive hourly rate from 15 per hour.
- Full-time opportunity.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
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