At a Glance
- Tasks: Monitor student attendance and work with families to improve outcomes.
- Company: Supportive secondary school in South Bristol with a welcoming environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to supporting young people.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and their educational journeys.
- Qualifications: Experience in attendance or school administration and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 25900 - 31000 £ per year.
Attendance Officer - South Bristol secondary school. Permanent position starting September with a salary range of £25,900 to £31,000 per annum.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor student attendance, identify patterns of absence, work closely with students and families to improve attendance, maintain accurate records and liaise with external agencies where appropriate to support positive outcomes for learners.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in an attendance, pastoral, school administration or safeguarding role
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and external agencies
- Experience using school management systems such as SIMS or Arbor (desirable)
- Strong communication and problem solving skills
- Proactive, professional and compassionate approach to supporting young people
- Enhanced DBS check, ID checks and good professional references required
Benefits
- Supportive and welcoming school environment
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Collaborative and experienced staff team
- Permanent position with long-term stability
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to students' educational outcomes and wellbeing
Equal Opportunities: TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer.
We think you need these skills to ace School Attendance Officer in Woodford
Organisational Skills
Administrative Skills
Attention to Detail
Relationship Building
Communication Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Experience with School Management Systems (e.g., SIMS, Arbor)
