Attendance & Engagement Lead

Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College; Ossett; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ossett Academy & Sixth Form is seeking a proactive Attendance Officer to join our dedicated team. You will lead attendance processes across the Academy, monitor patterns and provide timely support for pupils whose attendance is a concern, with the aim of improving engagement, inclusion and educational outcomes.

Working with the Education Welfare Officer, families and external agencies, you will implement effective interventions, maintain accurate attendance records, analyse data and, where

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
• Experience with vulnerable/disengaged young people in education.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Effective communicator with pupils, families and external agencies.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Lead attendance processes across the Academy and monitor patterns.
• Identify pupils at risk of persistent absence and coordinate targeted support.
• Collaborate with the Education Welfare Officer, families and external agencies.
• Implement interventions to improve attendance and pupil wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and analyse data; conduct home visits where appropriate.

Skills

Attendance management

Organisation

Communication

Safeguarding awareness

Education

GCSEs in English & Maths

Job description

Ossett Academy & Sixth Form is seeking a proactive Attendance Officer to join our dedicated team. You will lead attendance processes across the Academy, monitor patterns and provide timely support for pupils whose attendance is a concern, with the aim of improving engagement, inclusion and educational outcomes.

Working with the Education Welfare Officer, families and external agencies, you will implement effective interventions, maintain accurate attendance records, analyse data and, where