Attendance Officer

Hamstead Hall Academy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension scheme

Retail, leisure, and lifestyle rewards

Cycle to work scheme

Eye care contributions

Health initiatives including flu jabs

Mortgage Advice

Tusker Car Scheme

Job summary

Hamstead Hall Academy is seeking a dedicated Attendance Officer to join our pastoral team on a one-year maternity cover contract. Reporting to the Assistant Headteacher (Pastoral), you will promote attendance, work with pupils and families, and use data to drive improvements.

You will lead daily attendance management, follow up unexplained absences, develop attendance improvement plans, and coordinate meetings with families and external agencies to secure positive outcomes for pupils.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school or educational setting.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyse data confidently and identify trends for action.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Comfort with IT systems and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and reporting on whole-school attendance data and trends.
• Following up unexplained absences and managing attendance procedures.
• Developing personalised attendance improvement plans with pupils and families.
• Coordinating attendance meetings, interventions and home visits as needed.
• Producing attendance reports for school leaders and tracking vulnerable groups.
• Supporting safeguarding processes and coordinating with external agencies.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Administrative skills

Excel

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Every day in school matters. Join us in ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.

Hamstead Hall Academy is seeking a dedicated, proactive and highly organised Attendance Officer to join our pastoral team on a one-year maternity cover contract. Reporting to the Assistant Headteacher (Pastoral), you will play a vital role in promoting excellent attendance, reducing barriers to education and supporting positive outcomes for all students.

About the role

The successful candidate will lead the day-to-day management of student attendance, working closely with pupils, families, school staff and external agencies to improve attendance levels and address persistent absence. You will use data effectively to identify trends, implement targeted interventions and ensure that attendance concerns are addressed promptly and appropriately.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring and reporting on whole-school attendance data and trends.
• Following up unexplained absences and managing attendance-related procedures.
• Working with pupils and families to develop personalised attendance improvement plans.
• Coordinating attendance meetings, interventions and home visits where appropriate.
• Producing attendance reports for school leaders and tracking vulnerable pupil groups.
• Supporting safeguarding processes and identifying when attendance concerns may require additional intervention.
• Working collaboratively with the Educational Welfare Officer, Designated Safeguarding Leads and external agencies to secure positive outcomes for pupils.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working within a school or educational setting.
• Possesses excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can analyse data confidently and identify key trends and areas for action.
• Has strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Is confident using IT systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Understands attendance legislation, guidance and effective strategies to improve attendance.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Demonstrates resilience, professionalism and a genuine commitment to supporting students and families.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact on students' educational outcomes.
• A supportive and collaborative pastoral team.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• A welcoming school community committed to high standards and inclusive practice.

Why join us?

At Hamstead Hall Academy, you will be part of a supportive and ambitious team committed to delivering excellent education for all. You will have the opportunity to

Wellbeing & benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme
• Retail, leisure, and lifestyle discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care contributions
• Health initiatives including flu vaccinations
• Mortgage Advice
• Tusker Car Scheme

• Join us and help ensure that every student is in school, every day, ready to learn and achieve their full potential.