Attendance Support Officer (Required for January 2026 - Must hold scho

Principal Education; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in the UK is seeking a committed Attendance Support Officer to enhance student attendance and punctuality. The successful candidate will engage with students and families to foster an environment of support. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and experience in educational settings. Join a friendly community striving to improve student outcomes.

Benefits

Supportive school community

Opportunities for professional growth

Employee wellbeing focus

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a school or similar environment is desirable.
• Attention to detail is crucial.
• Confident in IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student attendance and punctuality daily.
• Contact parents regarding absences and lateness.
• Maintain accurate attendance records.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to build positive relationships

Confident in the use of IT systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

SIMS

Arbor

Job description

Attendance Support Officer
Contract: Full-time, 36 hours per week, Term Time Only (plus inset days)
Start Date: January 2026

We are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Attendance Support Officer to join our pastoral and administrative team from January 2026.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Attendance Officer and pastoral staff to promote excellent attendance and punctuality across the school. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and caring individual who enjoys working with young people and families, and who wants to make a real difference to students success and wellbeing.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the daily monitoring of student attendance and punctuality
• Contact parents and carers regarding absences and lateness
• Maintain accurate attendance records using the school s MIS system
• Work with pastoral teams to identify patterns and support interventions
• Contribute to attendance initiatives and reward programmes
• Assist with administrative tasks related to attendance and pastoral care

About You

• Experience of working in a school or similar environment (desirable)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
• Confident in the use of IT systems and Microsoft Office (experience with SIMS/Arbor an advantage)
• Able to build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff
• A calm, professional, and proactive approach to challenges

We Offer

• A supportive and friendly school community
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A positive working environment focused on staff wellbeing
• The chance to make a meaningful contribution to improving student outcomes