Attendance Officer

Wilmslow High School; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A state school in Cheshire is seeking an Attendance Officer to build positive relationships with parents, students, and staff. Responsibilities include monitoring attendance and punctuality, while maintaining accurate records. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, be highly organized, and demonstrate attention to detail. The position is full-time, 37 hours a week during term time only.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic personality.
• Systematic and organized with efficient information management.
• Strong ability to manage records with exceptional attention to detail.
• Confidence in building relationships with school community members.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with parents, students, and staff.
• Monitor and analyze attendance and punctuality.
• Engage staff with attendance procedures for student outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and data confidentiality.
• Contribute to a supportive school atmosphere in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Job description

Attendance Officer – Cheshire East Council

Salary: £19,045 to £19,348 pro rata per annum
Grade: 4; Point 5-6
Start date: ASAP
Contract type: Full‑time, 37 hours per week (term time only includes 5 inset days)
Closing date: 8:00am Thursday 8th January 2026 (early applications are encouraged)
Interview date: Wednesday 14th January 2026

School Context

Wilmslow High School – state school, age range 11-18, approximately 2,000 pupils (including 500 sixth‑form). The school is set in extensive grounds between Manchester and the Peak District, offering a supportive, caring environment rooted in the core values of excellence and student welfare.

Key Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with parents, students and staff, acting as the main point of contact for all attendance matters.
• Monitor, analyse and support interventions relating to attendance, punctuality and persistent absence across the school.
• Engage staff with attendance procedures and promote improvements that positively impact student outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records, data and confidentiality at all times.
• Operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment where days vary, contributing to a welcoming, supportive atmosphere.

Qualifications and Experience

• Highly motivated with energy, enthusiasm and strong interpersonal skills.
• Systematic, highly organised and capable of managing information efficiently.
• Exceptional attention to detail and capable of maintaining accurate records and data.
• Demonstrated confidence in building relationships and communicating effectively with all members of the school community.

Timing, Hours and Working Weeks

• Monday – Thursday: 08:00 – 16:00
• Friday: 08:00 – 15:30
• 39 weeks per year (term time only, including 5 inset days)

Application Process – Checks and Reference

• Self‑declaration form relating to any criminal record or other information that would make the applicant unsuitable to work with children.
• Online search to identify publicly available incidents or issues.
• Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
• Pre‑employment checks including references, health and right to work in the UK.
• Information requested from current or previous employers will include:
  • Disciplinary offences relating to children, including any for which the penalty is ‘time expired’.
  • Whether the applicant has been the subject of any child protection concerns.

Legal and EEO Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to respect this commitment. The school is an equal opportunity employer, compliant with all relevant legislation.