Job Title: Attendance Officer
While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
Location: North Cambridge
Salary: £18- £23 per hour
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and organised Attendance Officer to lead on improving student attendance and punctuality across the college. You will play a vital role in ensuring all students attend regularly, working closely with families, pastoral teams, and external agencies to remove barriers to attendance.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and track daily attendance and punctuality
- Follow up on absences (first‑day calling, home visits where required)
- Work with students and families to improve attendance
- Identify patterns of persistent absence and implement interventions
- Maintain accurate attendance records (e.g. SIMS / Arbor)
- Liaise with safeguarding, pastoral teams, and external agencies
- Prepare attendance reports for SLT and governors
About You
- Experience working in a school or similar setting
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- Confident communicator with parents/carers and professionals
- Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism
- Good knowledge of attendance processes and safeguarding
Desirable:
- Experience with SIMS, Arbor, or similar MIS systems
- Understanding of UK attendance legislation and guidance
- Experience conducting home visits or working with external agencies
What We Offer
- Supportive and experienced leadership team
- Ongoing CPD and development opportunities
- Opportunity to progress into pastoral or safeguarding roles
- A key role making a measurable impact on student outcomes
Safeguarding
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. xwzovoh
Equal Opportunity Statement
Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications, and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
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