Attendance Officer

City of Derby Academy; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits

Job summary

City of Derby Academy is seeking an Attendance Officer to monitor and improve student attendance and punctuality. You will work closely with students, families, staff and external partners to identify concerns and implement interventions, supporting pupil welfare and statutory attendance compliance.

The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, with a focus on safeguarding and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in school, attendance, pastoral or welfare settings is advantageous.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child welfare responsibilities.
• Ability to monitor attendance data and identify early indicators of absence.

Responsibilities

• Monitor attendance and punctuality and record trends.
• Identify concerns early and escalate appropriately.
• Collaborate with students, families, staff and external agencies to improve attendance.

Skills

Organised

Communication

Data analysis

Safeguarding

Attention to detail

Interventions

Pastoral care

Job description

We are seeking an organised and proactive Attendance Officer to support the delivery of our attendance strategy. You will monitor attendance and punctuality, identify concerns early, and work closely with students, families, staff and external agencies to improve attendance outcomes. The role is vital in reducing persistent absence, supporting pupil welfare and ensuring compliance with statutory attendance requirements.

Who we are looking for?

We are looking for a compassionate and resilient individual with strong communication and organisational skills. You will be confident working with families, analysing attendance data and implementing effective interventions to improve attendance. A good understanding of safeguarding, attention to detail and a commitment to supporting young people to achieve their full potential are essential. Experience within a school, attendance, pastoral or welfare setting would be advantageous.

About City of Derby Academy

City of Derby Academy is a school where every student and every member of staff is encouraged and supported to realise their full potential. Our culture is grounded in high expectations, strong and respectful relationships, and a deep commitment to inclusion.

Serving a wonderfully diverse community with more than 40 home languages, our vision is simple yet profound: to improve the life chances of every child.

We offer an ambitious curriculum, exceptional pastoral support and a wide range of enrichment opportunities, from educational visits and clubs to our thriving Combined Cadet Force.

Students develop academically, personally and socially, gaining the knowledge, skills and character they need for the next stage of their education, employment or training.

City of Derby Academy is a school where:

• Diversity is celebrated, and inclusion underpins everything we do
• Students feel safe, supported and able to thrive
• High expectations drive achievement, ambition and pride
• Relationships are strong, respectful and purposeful
• Staff wellbeing and professional development are valued, and colleagues are proud to work here

City of Derby Academy is a place of possibility; a community united by the belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities, every single day.

Why Join Tapestry?

As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.