School Attendance Officer Secondary School
Location: Stafford Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Contract: Full-time, ongoing
Elite Supply Services is recruiting an experienced and proactive Attendance Officer to support a secondary school in Stafford.
The successful candidate will work closely with students, parents, carers and school staff to improve attendance, identify barriers to learning and provide appropriate support to families. This role may also involve conducting home visits when required.
Key responsibilities:
Monitor and follow up on poor or persistent student attendance
Meet with students and parents or carers to discuss attendance concerns
Identify barriers affecting attendance and engagement with education
Develop and monitor attendance action plans
Conduct appropriate home visits where necessary
Maintain accurate and confidential attendance records
Work closely with pastoral, safeguarding and senior leadership teams
Liaise with external agencies and local authority services when required
Ensure the school follows current attendance legislation, regulations and guidance
The ideal candidate will:
Have previous experience in a school attendance, pastoral, safeguarding or family-support role
Have a good understanding of current school attendance regulations and statutory guidance
Be confident holding sensitive and sometimes challenging conversations with students and families
Have excellent communication, organisation and record-keeping skills
Be able to work professionally and maintain confidentiality
Be comfortable undertaking home visits
Ideally hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle
Understand safeguarding procedures within an educational setting
The successful applicant will be required to complete all relevant safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service...
Attendance Officer in Stafford employer: Elite Supply Services
Elite Supply Services is an exceptional employer, offering a flexible working schedule that perfectly accommodates university students and their commitments. With a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their teaching careers while making a meaningful impact in the Cannock area schools.
