Attendance Officer - Tividale Community Primary

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Oldbury; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Oldbury seeks an Attendance Officer to work 3 days a week. This role involves monitoring attendance, working with students and families, and ensuring legal compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in attendance management and communication skills. The position offers a supportive environment with a pro-rata salary ranging from £13,802 to £15,778.

Benefits

Supportive staff team

Professional career opportunities

Welcoming school environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a welfare role with experience in attendance management.
• Experience of data analysis and producing reports on attendance trends.
• Knowledge of local and national guidance relating to attendance and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily attendance and follow up on absences.
• Promote and improve attendance and punctuality across the school.
• Maintain accurate records for compliance with legal actions.

Skills

Attendance management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Tividale Community Primary offers a stimulating, caring and safe environment in which our pupils desire to learn. We work in partnership with parents, families and the wider community where all are treated with respect and feel valued and secure.

We are looking for an experienced Attendance Officer to work 3 days per week to promote excellent attendance and punctuality. In this key role, you will monitor daily attendance, follow up on absences, and work closely with pupils, families, staff and other agencies. 21 hours per week – Wednesday to Friday 8.30am to 4pm with 30 minutes lunch break.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily attendance and follow up on absences, working closely with pupils, families, staff and external agencies as required.
• Promote and improve attendance and punctuality across the school.
• Maintain accurate records and process referrals in relation to attendance and safeguarding as needed, ensuring compliance with relevant legal actions.
• Support data analysis, produce statistical reports and identify attendance trends.
• Communicate with empathy and professionalism with the whole school community and external agencies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven track record in a welfare role with experience in attendance management or related safeguarding work.
• Experience of data analysis, producing statistics, and reporting attendance trends.
• Proven experience of processing referrals and maintaining accurate records to ensure compliance with any required legal actions.
• Working knowledge of local and national guidance and procedures relating to attendance and safeguarding.

What We Offer

• A friendly and supportive staff team, a well-resourced school and an excellent working environment.
• Supportive parents and enthusiastic learners.
• A professional and rewarding career opportunity within a high-quality, very supportive school.

Safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barred List Check will be undertaken for the successful candidate in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) requirements, including an online search.

Application Process

• Visits to the school are welcomed and can be arranged by emailing Sharon Lloyd, Business Manager, [e-mail].
• Application forms and job descriptions are available for download from the WMjobs website.
• Return your completed application form directly to Sharon Lloyd (Business Manager) by email: [e-mail].
• Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 3 October 2025. Shortlisting: From Friday 3 October 2025. Interviews: From Wednesday 8 October onwards.
• Pre-employment checks will be made in line with KCSIE.

Details

• Hours: 21 hours per week, 8.30–4.00pm Wednesday to Friday. Term time only plus 5 training days.
• Grade: Grade D (FTE £27,254 - £31,022). Actual pro-rata salary £13,802-£15,778.
• Location: Tividale Community Primary, Dudley Road West, Tivdale, B69 2HT.
• Contract: Permanent.