At a Glance
- Tasks: Monitor and improve student attendance while collaborating with families and staff.
- Company: Highly regarded secondary school in Grays with a supportive community.
- Benefits: Permanent role, term-time only, competitive salary, and excellent work-life balance.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and enhance their educational experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in attendance management and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 26365 - 26365 £ per year.
Location: Grays, Essex
Salary: Up to £26,365 (Actual Salary)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 Hours Per Week
Working Pattern: Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026
Local Education are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded secondary school in Grays seeking an experienced Attendance Officer to join their team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Attendance Officer, Family Liaison Officer, Pastoral Officer, or School Administrator with experience in attendance to join a supportive school community. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving student attendance and punctuality by working closely with students, families, staff and external agencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitoring and tracking attendance data
- Managing attendance procedures and interventions
- Liaising with parents and carers regarding attendance concerns
- Producing attendance reports for senior leaders
- Supporting strategies to improve attendance across the school
- Working with external agencies where appropriate
Requirements
- Previous attendance experience within a school setting
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Confidence using school MIS systems
- Ability to work effectively with students, families and staff
Benefits
- Permanent position
- Term-time only working pattern
- Up to £26,365 actual salary
- Supportive leadership team
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference to student outcomes
- Excellent work-life balance
Local Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Attendance Officer in Essex employer: Local Education
Join a highly regarded secondary school in Grays, where you will be part of a supportive community dedicated to improving student outcomes. As an Attendance Officer, you will enjoy a permanent position with a term-time only working pattern, allowing for an excellent work-life balance while making a meaningful impact on students' lives. With a commitment to professional growth and a leadership team that values your contributions, this role offers a unique opportunity to thrive in an educational environment.
