Attendance Officer

Nottingham College; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (£17,632–£18,395)

35 days annual leave + bank holidays

LGPS

Vivup discounts

Travel schemes

CPD days

Job summary

Nottingham College is seeking a 16-18 Attendance Officer to support students with regular attendance, identify barriers to attendance and provide encouragement and practical support to stay engaged in learning. You will work closely with curriculum teams, students and parents/carers, monitor attendance patterns, and escalate issues following College procedures.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people and communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to handle sensitive conversations professionally and maintain accurate records.
• Confident, organised, and able to manage competing priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and review student attendance and identify emerging concerns.
• Work proactively with students to address barriers to regular attendance.
• Communicate with students, parents/carers and staff about attendance concerns.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Organisation

Job description

At Nottingham College, we know that regular attendance is one of the most important factors in helping students succeed. As a 16-18 Attendance Officer, you will play a key role in supporting our young people to attend college regularly, overcome barriers to attendance and make the most of their time with us. Working closely with curriculum teams, students, parents/carers and colleagues across the College, you will help identify attendance concerns early and provide the encouragement, challenge and practical support students need to stay engaged with their education.

• Monitor and review student attendance, identifying emerging concerns and patterns.
• Work proactively with students to understand and address barriers to regular attendance.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents/carers and college staff regarding attendance concerns.
• Work collaboratively with curriculum and support teams to improve attendance and engagement.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and contribute to appropriate interventions and follow-up activity.
• Provide encouragement, challenge and support to students to help them develop positive attendance habits.
• Contribute to a positive culture where students understand the importance of attending college and engaging in their learning.
• Escalate persistent or significant attendance concerns appropriately and in line with College procedures.

We are looking for someone who is confident working with young people and can build positive relationships while also having the confidence to challenge poor attendance. You will be organised, persistent and solution-focused, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will be comfortable working with a range of people and situations and able to handle sensitive conversations professionally and appropriately. You will also need to be able to work independently, manage competing priorities and maintain accurate records, while contributing positively to a wider team.

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we're making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We're building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you'll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career. Most importantly, you will share our commitment to helping every student overcome barriers, engage with their education and achieve their potential.

Why Nottingham College? You will be joining a college that is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of our students, our communities and each other. This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference. Every conversation, intervention and piece of support could be the moment that helps a student re‑engage with college and get back on track. If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to help make every day count, we'd love to hear from you.

£17,632 to £18,395 per annum (this is the pro rata salary for term-time only) Fixed term contract.

• Competitive salary - £17,632 to £18,395 per annum (this is the pro rata salary for term-time only)
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

A place to belong At Nottingham College, we'recommittedto creating a workplace where everyone feelssupported, valued, and understood. We're proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we'reactivelytackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningfulsupportto those affected. Ourcommitmentto wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopausefeelheard andsupported. Mental health matters here too - our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture ofcompassionandunderstandingacross the college. Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged toshareexperiences andsupportone another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career. Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within ourinclusiveworkplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong.

As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need. Nottingham College iscommittedto safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers tosharethiscommitment.

Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.