Attendance Officer in Salisbury

Avon Valley Academy is looking for a confident and personable Attendance Officer to provide a comprehensive service in monitoring and managing our school’s student attendance. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with our Pastoral team who are committed to ensuring the safeguarding and welfare of all our pupils. The role would suit someone who has a sincere interest in supporting all students to achieve their ambitions and be part of a team, which encourages all young people to have high self-worth and love coming to school.

Working Hours: Part time (32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 39 weeks per year, includes Teacher Training Days). Required: ASAP.

We are a thriving, co-educational school, educating young people between the ages of 11 and 16. Located in Durrington, Wiltshire, our school has a strong reputation for being at the heart of the community and has built strong relationships with the two local army bases at Larkhill and Bulford. With our strong pastoral care and high standards for behaviour, we aim for every lesson and every day to be exceptional so that each individual can thrive and our dedicated and supportive staff go the extra mile to help all our students achieve their dreams. In May 2022 we joined Acorn Education Trust, which provides exciting opportunities to collaborate and improve local education.

The successful candidate will work closely with our pastoral and business teams and be responsible for recording and monitoring student attendance, using our school’s MIS system to track daily attendance. You will be expected to keep accurate records, produce reports and communicate with students, parents, staff and external agencies on absences/attendance concerns as well as conduct attendance monitoring meetings, coordinate student admissions and ensure confidentiality at all times.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills and is able to work with a variety of pupils, staff, parents and external agencies;
• Has superb attention to detail and organisational skills;
• Is self-motivated, consistent and can maintain confidentiality;
• Has the ability to deal with new challenging situations;
• Is a strong team player, who is able to work effectively with our hardworking team on whole school issues;
• Is committed to improving the life chances of all young people;
• Has a good working knowledge of ICT systems (including Microsoft);
• Is willing to learn to use the school’s MIS;
• Has studied to a minimum standard of GCSE (grade A*- C) or equivalent in English and Maths;
• Is well presented with a professional approach;
• Is able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines;
• Has previous experience working with young people and/or in a similar role.

We can offer the successful candidate:

• An ambitious and vibrant place to work, with enthusiastic children and staff who are passionate about learning;
• A workplace where everyone feels valued and supported;
• Opportunities for training and progression;
• The support of Acorn Education Trust, with excellent opportunities to work with experienced colleagues;
• A supportive and clearly defined induction procedure.

For information about this role, including a full Job Description and Person Specification, please read our Applicant Information Pack. If you have any additional questions, please contact our school admin office on: 01980-652467.

Closing Date: Friday 25th September 2026 at 12pm

Interview Date: w/c Monday 28th September 2026

Please note: while the closing date for applications has been set, we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate upon receipt of an exceptional application. Therefore, we would encourage prompt application for this position.

Safeguarding Statement: Acorn Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. If successful in obtaining this post you will be subject to a Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and health screening. We are an equal opportunities employer. As part of our safer recruitment processes, if you are shortlisted for the post, we will carry out a social media account search.