At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students and families to improve school attendance and engagement.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on educational equity and student wellbeing.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and collaboration with various stakeholders.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by promoting attendance and inclusion.
- Qualifications: Experience in education, social care, or family support is essential.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
- Experience of working in an educational setting, family support, social care, attendance or welfare role
- Experience of supporting children, young people and families to overcome barriers to engagement and participation
- Experience of working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders including parents/carers and external agencies
- Experience of interpreting and applying policies, procedures and statutory guidance
- Experience of using data to identify concerns and plan interventions
- Experience of maintaining accurate records and reports
- Experience of leading attendance improvement initiatives
- Experience of managing attendance caseloads and implementing attendance interventions
- Experience of chairing meetings with parents/carers and external professionals
- Experience of line managing, supervising or coordinating the work of others
- Experience of multi-agency working, including Early Help, Social Care, Health or Local Authority services
- Experience of supporting students experiencing EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance)
- Experience of attendance enforcement processes and penalty notices
- Experience of developing systems and processes to improve compliance and effectiveness
- Understanding of the links between attendance, safeguarding, wellbeing, inclusion and educational outcomes
- Knowledge of current attendance expectations, statutory guidance and safeguarding responsibilities
- Ability to build positive and productive relationships with students, families and staff
- Ability to challenge appropriately whilst maintaining professional relationships
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to analyse and interpret data and use findings to inform actions and interventions.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Competent user of IT systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
- Knowledge of attendance legislation and enforcement procedures
- Knowledge of approaches that support inclusive attendance and belonging
- Understanding of EBSA, SEND and other barriers to school attendance
- Knowledge of safeguarding referral pathways and multiagency processes
- Experience using Bromcom, Power BI, Class Charts or other school information systems.
- Awareness of the Ofsted framework, particularly attendance, behaviour, personal development and inclusion
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for home visits
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- Passionate advocate for high attendance, inclusion and educational equity
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Attendance Officer in Mansfield Woodhouse employer: The Garibaldi School
The Garibaldi School offers a supportive work environment focused on improving student engagement and attendance through collaborative efforts with families and external services. Employees have the opportunity to work closely with various stakeholders, enhancing their professional skills in educational settings. The school emphasizes safeguarding and inclusion, making it an attractive place for those passionate about education and student welfare.
We think you need these skills to ace Attendance Officer in Mansfield Woodhouse
Communication Skills
Organizational Skills
Time Management
Problem-Solving Skills
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Teamwork
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