Attendance Officer

Gooseacre Primary Academy; Thurnscoe; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Gooseacre Primary Academy in Thurnscoe, part of Astrea Academy Trust, is seeking an Attendance Officer to monitor pupil attendance and support families to remove barriers to learning. You will work with pupils, parents and staff to improve attendance, coordinate interventions and ensure accurate records, while safeguarding and wellbeing are integral to the role.

This permanent, term-time only post offers the chance to contribute to children’s wellbeing and educational success within a supportive

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Experience in administrative, attendance, pastoral or school-based role.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Confidence in managing and analysing attendance data and records.
• Outstanding communication skills for building relationships with families.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day monitoring of pupil attendance and punctuality.
• Work to improve attendance levels and reduce persistent absence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and carers to support regular attendance.
• Follow up absences via calls, meetings and interventions.
• Identify pupils needing additional attendance support and coordinate actions.
• Undertake or support home visits to engage families.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and ensure registers are up to date.
• Provide reports on attendance trends to school leaders.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Attendance data analysis

Communication skills

IT skills

Driving licence

Education

GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above

Tools

School management systems

Job description

Attendance Officer

Gooseacre Primary Academy

21.25 hours per week | Term Time Only | Permanent
Actual Salary: £13,008 - £14,077 per annum

Closing Date: 1 October 2026

Are you passionate about helping children achieve the best possible outcomes? Do you enjoy working collaboratively to solve problems and remove barriers to learning?

Gooseacre Primary Academy is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Attendance Officer to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity for an organised and proactive individual who understands the important link between attendance, wellbeing and educational outcomes. Working closely with pupils, families and colleagues, you will play a key role in encouraging excellent attendance habits, removing barriers to learning and ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.

About Gooseacre Primary Academy

Gooseacre Primary Academy is a welcoming and inclusive school at the heart of the local community. As part of Astrea Academy Trust, we are committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to learn, thrive and succeed. Our dedicated staff create a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, resilience and a lifelong love of learning. We value strong partnerships with families and believe that consistent attendance is essential in helping every child reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on the day-to-day monitoring of pupil attendance and punctuality across the academy.
• Work proactively to improve attendance levels and reduce persistent absence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents and carers to support regular school attendance.
• Follow up absences promptly through telephone calls, meetings and other appropriate interventions.
• Identify pupils requiring additional attendance support and coordinate appropriate actions.
• Undertake or support home visits where necessary to strengthen engagement with families.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and ensure all register information is complete and up to date.
• Monitor attendance trends and provide reports to school leaders and relevant stakeholders.
• Attend attendance review meetings and contribute to support plans for pupils and families.
• Work closely with safeguarding, SEND and pastoral colleagues to ensure barriers to attendance are identified and addressed.
• Ensure all attendance-related administration is completed accurately and within required timescales.
• Support the academy's commitment to safeguarding by ensuring attendance concerns are identified and escalated appropriately.

What We're Looking For

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent).
• Experience in an administrative, attendance, pastoral or school-based role.
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Confidence managing and analysing attendance data and records.
• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with families.
• A professional and resilient approach when dealing with sensitive or challenging situations.
• The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, external agencies and wider stakeholders.
• Good IT skills and the ability to maintain accurate records using school management systems.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable.
• Safeguarding or child protection training is desirable.
• A commitment to supporting children's wellbeing, attendance and educational success.

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. As a Disability Confident employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure all candidates can fully demonstrate their abilities.

In line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and the statutory Code of Practice, the Trust requires all public-facing post holders to demonstrate fluent English. Within a school setting, this applies to all roles that involve direct or indirect interaction with pupils, parents, or members of the public.

Flexible Interview Dates:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.