Attendance Officer

The Oldham Academy North; Failsworth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oldham Academy North is seeking an Attendance Officer to promote excellent attendance and punctuality across the academy. You will work with students, families, staff and external agencies to ensure attendance procedures are implemented effectively and that every student is supported to achieve their full potential.

You will provide administrative support for attendance processes, maintain accurate records, analyse data, follow up on absences and support interventions to remove barriers to

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Experience of attendance management within a school environment.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with experience using school information systems.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work under pressure and handle sensitive information with discretion

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate attendance and punctuality records, ensuring data is complete and up to date.
• Manage first-day absence procedures and follow up on unexplained or unauthorised absences.
• Produce and analyse attendance reports to support academy improvement and intervention strategies.
• Work closely with students, parents/carers, staff and external agencies to promote positive attendance.
• Support attendance initiatives, home visits and safeguarding procedures in line with academy policies

Skills

Attendance management

Data analysis

Communication

Organisational skills

Prioritisation

Education

GCSE English and Math (Grade 4/C or above)

Job description

Job Title: Attendance Officer

E-ACT The Oldham Academy North | Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, Mastery

E-ACT The Oldham Academy North is a dynamic and inclusive 11-16 secondary academy located in Oldham. Rooted in our core values of Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery, we committed to fostering an environment where students thrive academically, personally, and socially.

We hold ourselves to high expectations, challenging our students to excel in all areas of their education. Beyond academic excellence, we inspire and empower them to become ambassadors for their community, instilling a sense of responsibility and pride in their role as contributors to the greater whole.

Join us on this journey of education, growth, and community engagement, where we value Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery at every step.

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

Are you a highly organised and proactive professional who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people?

The Oldham Academy North is seeking to appoint an Attendance Officer to play a vital role in promoting excellent attendance and punctuality across the academy. Working closely with students, families, staff and external agencies, you will help ensure that attendance procedures are implemented effectively and that every student is supported to achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will provide effective administrative support for attendance processes, maintain accurate records using school systems, analyse attendance data, follow up on absences, and support interventions that remove barriers to regular attendance. You will also build positive relationships with students and parents, contribute to home visits where appropriate, and support the academy's wider safeguarding responsibilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication, organisational and data management skills who thrives in a busy school environment and is committed to making a positive impact on students' lives.

Key responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate attendance and punctuality records, ensuring data is complete and up to date.
• Manage first-day absence procedures and follow up on unexplained or unauthorised absences.
• Produce and analyse attendance reports to support academy improvement and intervention strategies.
• Work closely with students, parents/carers, staff and external agencies to promote positive attendance.
• Support attendance initiatives, home visits and safeguarding procedures in line with academy policies.

Pay range: SCP 7-11 - £25,833.29 - £27,535.58 - FTE: £27,274.00 - £29,071.00 - 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year

Qualifications and Skills:

• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Experience of attendance management within a school environment.
• Strong data analysis and reporting skills, with experience using school information systems.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work under pressure and handle sensitive information with discretion

What are we about?

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our ‘Opening Minds, Opening Doors’ strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievements are further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.

E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour. In addition, Greenfields Academy has been designated as a RISE Reception Network Lead School. This is a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.

With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don’t just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Financial and Lifestyle

We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.

Professional Growth and Development

We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.

Culture and Wellbeing

Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.

Please look at our 'Work for Us' page and Recruitment Pack for more information.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community