Attendance Officer

GSL Education; London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education London Branch is hiring an Attendance Officer for a secondary school in Haringey. You will monitor pupil attendance, update SIMS records, and work with parents and staff to improve punctuality and attendance.

The role requires safeguarding awareness, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information professionally. DBS on update service is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in school attendance procedures and safeguarding practices.
• Excellent communication with parents, pupils and staff.
• Ability to manage sensitive information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily pupil attendance and punctuality using SIMS.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and follow school procedures.
• Follow up on absences and unresolved attendance in a timely manner.
• Contact parents regarding attendance concerns and absences.
• Identify patterns of absence and liaise with staff to address issues.
• Support attendance improvement strategies and prepare attendance reports.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Confidentiality

Tools

SIMS

Job description

Attendance Officer

Location: Haringey
Salary: £100-£130 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long Term, Full time
Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am-4:15pm; Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm

Are you an experienced Attendance Officer with a strong understanding of attendance procedures and school administration?

GSL Education London Branch are seeking a dedicated Attendance Officer to join a secondary school in Haringey.

As an Attendance Officer, you will play a key role in monitoring and improving pupil attendance and punctuality. Working closely with pupils, parents, carers, teachers and senior staff, you will maintain accurate attendance records, follow up on absences and support the school in promoting positive attendance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school attendance professional looking for a long-term role within a supportive secondary school environment.

Responsibilities of an Attendance Officer:

• Monitor daily pupil attendance and punctuality using SIMS.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date attendance records in line with school procedures.
• Follow up on pupil absences and unexplained non-attendance promptly.
• Contact parents and carers regarding attendance concerns and outstanding absences.
• Identify patterns of absence and lateness and raise concerns with relevant staff.
• Work closely with pastoral teams, safeguarding staff and senior leaders to address attendance issues.
• Support the school's attendance improvement strategies and initiatives.
• Prepare attendance reports and provide accurate information to relevant members of staff.
• Maintain clear records of communication and actions taken in relation to attendance concerns.
• Promote the importance of regular attendance and punctuality to pupils and families.
• Follow school safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection procedures at all times.

Requirements of an Attendance Officer:

• Previous experience working as an Attendance Officer in a secondary school is essential.
• Experience using SIMS is essential.
• Strong understanding of school attendance procedures and the importance of regular attendance.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong communication skills and confidence communicating with parents, carers and school staff.
• The ability to handle sensitive information professionally and maintain confidentiality.A proactive, reliable and professional approach to work.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply via GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service or completing a new application.