At a Glance
- Tasks: Support good attendance in schools and help students thrive.
- Company: Elementa Support Services, partnering with a Welsh-medium secondary school.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, weekly pay, training support, and dedicated management.
- Other info: Part-time role with opportunities for professional development and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and improve educational outcomes.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills, Welsh language proficiency, and a passion for student wellbeing.
The predicted salary is between 32916 - 40000 £ per year.
Attendance Officer
Type: Permanent (employed directly by the school following a successful trial period)
Location: Cardiff
Start date: September 2026
Hours: Part-time
Pay: Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
Are you an organised and compassionate professional who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people? Elementa Support Services is working in partnership with a Welsh-medium secondary school in Cardiff to recruit a dedicated Attendance Officer to support the promotion of good attendance across its primary cluster schools. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' educational outcomes by working closely with families, school staff, and external agencies to identify barriers to attendance, implement early interventions, and ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.
About the Role
- Monitor, analyse, and report on pupil attendance data across the school cluster
- Follow up on unexplained absences and attendance concerns
- Support early intervention strategies to improve attendance and engagement
- Build positive relationships with pupils, parents/carers, and school staff
- Carry out home visits where appropriate to support attendance improvement
- Work collaboratively with external agencies and support services
- Provide advice, guidance, and support to families regarding attendance matters
- Maintain accurate records and utilise school IT systems effectively
- Attend relevant meetings and contribute to pupil wellbeing and attendance planning
- Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive educational outcomes at all times
What We’re Looking For
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Good IT skills and confidence using data management systems
- The ability to build positive and professional relationships with children, young people, and families
- A strong understanding of the importance of attendance in supporting pupil progress and wellbeing
- Welsh language skills suitable for working within a Welsh-medium school environment
- A full UK driving licence and access to transport
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply (Elementa can assist)
Desirable:
- Previous experience working within a school, education, pastoral, or family support setting
- Experience supporting attendance improvement initiatives
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and multi-agency working
- Experience conducting home visits or working directly with families
Recruitment & Safeguarding Information
All applications will be managed by Elementa Support Services as the recruitment partner for this client. Elementa is committed to the safeguarding of children in all of its processes and all successful applicants will have a full pre-screen to assess their suitability for the role. Any appointment will be subject to:
- A successful interview process
- Satisfactory references
- Safeguarding & Prevent training
- Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable at £64.20 unless subscribed to the Update Service)
- Successful completion of a 12-week / 60 paid day employment trial period
ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT
- Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut-off dates; Elementa pays one week in lieu
- PAYE contract – unless requested otherwise, providing full employment protections
- Training & Support – free or heavily discounted training including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton, and Thrive
- Dedicated candidate manager providing regular welfare contact and ongoing support
- Fair pay policy – any variation agreed in writing prior to placement
- Additional staff support services – access to partner services including tax returns, accountancy, legal advice, and more
This Role Is Not Suitable For Applicants:
- Not currently based within the UK
- Requiring employer sponsorship for UK right to work
- Without relevant UK education, attendance, pastoral, family support, or community engagement experience
- Unable to meet the Welsh language requirements of the role
