Attendance Officer

Redborne Upper School and Community College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee wellbeing support

Job summary

Redborne Upper School and Community College is seeking an enthusiastic Attendance Officer to monitor daily attendance, analyse trends and collaborate with students, families and external agencies to remove barriers to regular attendance.

The role is full-time, 37 hours per week, term time plus 5 training days, with hours 8.00am–4.00pm (Mon-Thu) and 8.00am–3.30pm (Fri). Salary is Level 3B, points 6–8, with a salary range of £22,859–£23,594 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in educational, youth work or care settings.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily attendance and analyse data trends.
• Work with students, parents and external agencies to remove barriers to attendance.
• Liaise with staff to support student welfare and wellbeing.

Skills

Attendance monitoring

Communication

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Administrative abilities

Teamwork

Job description

ATTENDANCE OFFICER

Start Date: November 2026 or ASAP

Contract: Full-time 37 hours per week. Term time only plus 5 training days

Hours: Monday - Thursday 8.00am - 4.00pm and Friday 8.00am - 3.30pm

Salary: Level 3B (Point 6 - 8)

Actual Salary Range: £22,859.00 - £23,594.00 (dependent on experience).

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them succeed in education? We are seeking a dedicated and proactive School Attendance Officer to join our pastoral support team.

About the Role

In this vital role, you will monitor daily attendance, analyse data trends and work directly with students, parents and community agencies to remove barriers to regular school attendance. If you have strong communication skills, experience with school database systems and a commitment to student welfare, we would love to hear from you.

Working in a school requires you to have strong organisational and communication skills. There will be face-to-face interaction with students, members of staff, parents and external agencies.

Who We’re Looking For

• Has experience working with children or young people in an educational, youth work or care setting.
• Is a strong and active listener.
• Is calm, resilient and has a non-judgmental approach under pressure.
• Has knowledge of safeguarding practices and child protection procedures.
• Has excellent communication and administrative abilities.
• Has a passion for working in a school environment.
• Has excellent inter-personal skills with students, staff, parents/guardians, external agencies and members of the public.
• Works well in a team.
• Has the ability to thrive under pressure in a busy environment with a varied workload.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inspiring team environment
• Outstanding professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to be part of a school community that values every member of staff
• Work in a school committed to continuous improvement and excellence
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people
• Join a team that values inclusion, development, and wellbeing
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to employee wellbeing support.

Working Hours

Term time only plus 5 training days

Monday - Thursday: 8.00am - 4.00pm

Friday: 8.00am - 3.30pm

If you are passionate about education, eager to develop your skills, and ready to make a real impact — we would love to hear from you!

Visits to the school are welcome by appointment. Please contact Eva Hobson [e-mail] / 01525 404462

Closing Date: Sunday 11th October 2026

We reserve the right to close the application process early. Interview Date: TBA