Job Title
Attendance Officer
Main Purpose
To ensure that students attending the Academy have their attendance recorded appropriately and accurately, and to be the first port of call for all attendance enquiries and to ensure that our attendance strategy is implemented accurately and effectively.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Complete the first day calling process
- Administer accurate management of the academy registers
- Complete relevant attendance communications as per Attendance Policy
- Review trends and patterns in absence and take relevant action
- Support the Attendance Team in improving whole academy attendance
- Work with external partners such as the EWO as directed.
Benefits
- Join an incredible team of friendly and supportive staff.
- Work with our amazing students in a positive learning environment supported by a centralised behaviour system.
- Manageable marking.
- Supportive feedback culture with no high‑stakes observations.
- Rich culture of professional learning, with a high‑quality CPD programme.
- Fully resourced curriculum.
- Three‑week Christmas break.
- A visible and supportive SLT.
- Modern laptops for staff and visualisers in every classroom.
- Connect and unwind with regular social activities.
- Access to UK Healthcare benefits, supporting your optical and dental care needs and including a free annual flu vaccination.
- Free car parking on site.
- Enjoy exclusive discounts and benefits through the Vivup Employee Assistance Programme.
CARE Values
- Community – We are stronger together. We foster a sense of belonging where every voice is heard and every individual is respected.
- Ambition – We set high expectations for ourselves and our students, striving for excellence in all that we do.
- Respect – We treat one another with dignity and kindness, creating a culture of mutual trust and understanding.
- Excellence – We pursue the highest standards in teaching, learning, and leadership, always seeking to improve and innovate.
Equal Opportunities
The Mercian Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The Mercian Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Previous applicants need not apply.
