School Attendence Officer
Ealing, North West London
£33,000- 35,000 per annum, (depending on experience/qualifications) Temp to Perm
Start date: September 2026, Hours: 08:30-16,00
We are seeking a proactive, organised and approachable School Attendance Officer to join a specialist alternative provision in Ealing. The school supports young people who may have experienced challenges within mainstream education, with a strong focus on improving engagement, attendance, behaviour and educational outcomes.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with young people and families and understands the importance of good attendance in helping pupils make progress. You will play a key role in monitoring attendance, identifying concerns at an early stage and working positively with pupils, parents and professionals to improve attendance and engagement.
You will be joining a supportive team where strong relationships, communication and a child-centred approach are highly valued.
What the school offers:
- A supportive and inclusive environment focused on re-engaging young people with education
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to pupil attendance and outcomes
- A collaborative team working closely with pastoral, safeguarding and teaching staff
- A personalised approach to supporting pupils with a range of additional needs and barriers to education
- Opportunities to work closely with families and external professionals
Your role will include:
- Monitoring and maintaining accurate daily attendance records
- Following up on pupil absences and persistent lateness
- Contacting parents and carers to discuss attendance concerns and identify any barriers to attendance
- Building positive relationships with pupils, families and school staff
- Identifying patterns of absence and escalating concerns where appropriate
- Supporting the school with attendance improvement strategies and action plans
- Carrying out attendance-related administration, record keeping and reporting
What Smart Teachers offer
As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using thePay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Pension contributions
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations), to make sure you get thepay andworkingconditionsyou are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
How to apply
If you are an individual who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.
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