Attendance Assistant

New Collaborative Learning Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

New Collaborative Learning Trust is seeking an enthusiastic Attendance Officer to join our pastoral team. You will promote positive attendance and punctuality, working with students, families and staff to remove barriers to learning and maximise educational opportunities.

The successful candidate will have strong communication and organisational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable students within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with students, families, and staff.
• Proficient with ICT and word processing.
• Commitment to attend training and professional development.
• Knowledge of relevant policies and safeguarding considerations is desirable.
• Willingness to handle a variety of tasks.
• Ability to provide administrative support when needed.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Promote positive attendance and punctuality among students.
• Build positive relationships with families and collaborate with staff.
• Identify and remove barriers to learning to maximise educational opportunities.
• Support safeguarding and create a safe, inclusive environment.

Skills

Communication skills

ICT basics

Training willingness

Technical knowledge

Versatility

Admin support

Equality & inclusion

Job description

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Attendance Officer to join our pastoral team. You will play a key role in promoting positive attendance and punctuality, working closely with students, families, and staff to remove barriers to learning and maximise educational opportunities for all.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, strong attention to detail, and a passion for supporting young people to succeed. Experience of building positive relationships with families and a commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable students would be highly desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to students' lives as part of a supportive and dedicated team. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will play an active role in creating a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.

• Demonstrable experience of delivering excellent communication skills, whilst working in a busy environment.
• To be able to use ICT e.g. simple word processing.
• Commitment to attend appropriate training and development commensurate with the post.
• Technical Knowledge of relevant areas, relevant policies, legislation requirements is desirable.
• Willingness to undertake a variety of tasks
• Ability to support with admin tasks.
• Commitment to equal opportunities.