School Attendance Officer

Outwood Grange Academies Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Outwood Academy City Fields in Wakefield is seeking an Attendance Officer to contribute to improving student attendance. The role focuses on operational tasks such as home visits and late gate patrols, alongside essential administrative support within the attendance team.

The post requires engagement with students and parents to address attendance barriers, aligning with the trust's drive to maximise student potential across the academy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits to support attendance improvement.
• Carry out late gate patrols and other operational duties.
• Provide essential administrative support to school attendance procedures.
• Engage with students and parents to address attendance barriers and promote consistent attendance.

Job description

Role: Attendance Officer

Academy: Outwood Academy City Fields

Start Date: 23/11/2026

Salary (Actual Salary): £23,390 - £24,476

Working Pattern: 37 Hours Per Week, Term Time Plus 5 Days

Are you passionate about ensuring every student maximises their potential through consistent attendance? As an Attendance Officer, you will be crucial in implementing whole-school strategies designed to improve attendance levels and actively reduce persistent absence. This role blends operational duties, such as conducting home visits and late gate patrols, with essential administrative support, requiring resilient engagement with students and parents to address attendance barriers.

Welcome from the Principal:

Being part of Outwood Academy City Fields means bringing high-quality opportunities and experiences to our diverse, multicultural school in the heart of Wakefield.

We seek someone who can provide meaningful engagement and help all students, staff, and visitors thrive. Anyone taking on this role should be prepared to challenge themselves to meet the needs of our diverse community.

As Ofsted noted, our actions are directed and guided by putting ‘students first.’ Leaders set a strong example of high ambition, which is mirrored by all staff. We want the very best for our pupils in whatever walk of life they engage in.

We hope you can join us on our journey!

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Holly Furness (HR Assistant) via [e-mail]