Student Attendance & Engagement Officer

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Ormiston Maritime Academy in Grimsby is seeking an Attendance Officer to join the busy attendance team. You will monitor daily attendance, perform first day calling, and carry out home visits to support students and families in removing barriers to education.

The role requires excellent communication, strong attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. You will work within a values-driven academy that aims for positive outcomes for every pupil.

Qualifications

• Highly organised, proactive and resilient Attendance Officer.
• Ability to monitor daily attendance and coordinate with families.
• Strong communication skills with calm professionalism under pressure.
• Experience with first day calling and home visits is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily student attendance and identify patterns.
• Carry out first day calling and follow-up communications with families.
• Conduct home visits and provide support to remove barriers to education.
• Collaborate with staff to drive sustained attendance improvement.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Empathy and rapport

Attention to detail

Job description

Ormiston Maritime Academy in Grimsby is seeking an Attendance Officer to join the busy attendance team. You will monitor daily attendance, perform first day calling, and carry out home visits to support students and families in removing barriers to education.

The role requires excellent communication, strong attention to detail, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. You will work within a values-driven academy that aims for positive outcomes for every pupil.