Attendance Support Officer

SMART Education Recruitment; Newton Aycliffe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Attendance Officer to support students in maintaining high attendance standards. Responsibilities include monitoring attendance, contacting parents, and liaising with staff. Candidates should have strong organisational skills and at least 6 months of relevant experience in a school setting. This role offers competitive daily pay and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

FREE access to ongoing CPD and skills training

Holiday pay entitlement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months' experience in a school or administrative setting.
• UK experience essential with strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and recording student attendance.
• Contacting parents regarding absences.
• Maintaining accurate attendance records.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Confidence with IT systems

Job description

Job Title: Attendance Officer

Location: Teesside

Daily Pay: £100 - £120

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm | Monday to Friday

Type: Full-time

Promote Attendance. Support Students. Make a Difference!

Do you enjoy working in a school environment and have a passion for supporting students and families?

Are you looking for a role where you can make a real impact by helping pupils attend school consistently and on time?

Smart Education is currently recruiting dedicated Attendance Officers to work in schools across Teesside. This is an excellent opportunity for someone organised, empathetic, and proactive who wants to support both students and staff in maintaining high standards of attendance.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Monitoring and recording student attendance and punctuality
• Contacting parents and guardians regarding absences or lateness
• Maintaining accurate attendance records and producing reports for school leadership
• Supporting students and families to overcome barriers to attendance
• Liaising with teachers, pastoral teams, and external agencies as required
• Contributing to strategies that promote a positive school culture around attendance

Who We're Looking For:

• Minimum of 6 months' experience in a school or administrative setting - UK experience essential
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Excellent communication skills with students, parents, and staff
• A professional, positive, and solution-focused attitude
• Confident using IT systems and databases to record and analyse attendance
• Enhanced DBS (Child or Child & Adult Workforce), or willingness to apply
• Genuine interest in supporting students and improving school attendance

What You'll Get in Return:

• Competitive daily pay (£90 - £100)
• FREE access to ongoing CPD and skills training
• Holiday pay entitlement
• Support from a dedicated consultant familiar with your local area
• Opportunities to work across a range of supportive schools in Teesside

About Smart Education:

Smart Education is a trusted recruitment agency with over a decade of experience placing exceptional staff into schools. We are committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and student wellbeing.

If you're organised, approachable, and passionate about supporting students, this is your chance to make a real difference. Apply today and join the Smart Education family.