School Attendance Officer

Veritas Education Recruitment; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a Temporary Attendance Officer to manage student attendance and improve overall attendance rates in Bradford schools. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in administrative or attendance roles and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive hourly rates and contributes directly to student welfare and success.

Benefits

Friendly team environment

Access to various school placements

Competitive pay rates

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative or attendance-related role.
• Ability to liaise effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Attention to detail in managing attendance records.
• Proactive approach to resolving attendance issues.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage student attendance daily.
• Identify patterns of poor attendance and work with students and staff.
• Report attendance data accurately to school leaders.
• Follow up on absenteeism ensuring documentation is in place.
• Provide administrative support related to attendance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Empathetic approach

Job description

Attendance Officer (Temporary roles) - Veritas Education

Location: Various Schools across Bradford
Contract Type: Temporary ongoing roles
Start Date: Various dates from September onwards on a temporary basis
Salary: Competitive hourly rates (Dependent on Experience)

Veritas Education is a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to supporting schools in achieving their full potential. We are currently looking for candidates who are interested in temporary Attendance Officer roles to cover staff absence and assist schools in maintaining excellent attendance records and supporting student welfare.

As an Attendance Officer, you will be responsible for:

• Monitoring and managing student attendance daily
• Identifying patterns of poor attendance and working closely with students, parents, and staff to improve overall attendance rates
• Reporting attendance data accurately and promptly to the relevant school leaders
• Following up on absenteeism and ensuring appropriate documentation and actions are in place
• Working on development and implementation of attendance improvement strategies
• Providing administrative support related to attendance records and issues

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in an administrative or attendance-related role (preferably in an educational setting)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with students, parents, and staff
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or other relevant software
• A proactive and empathetic approach to supporting students and resolving attendance issues

Why Choose Veritas Education?

• Friendly team environment
• Access to a variety of school placements across the region
• Competitive pay rates and potential for future work opportunities
• The chance to make a real difference in student welfare and success

If you are passionate about education and student support, and you're looking for a rewarding temporary role please get in touch.

How to Apply

Please send your CV

Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Application requirements for Veritas Education

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.