Attendance Officer

They are looking to appoint a committed and organised Attendance Officer to join a welcoming secondary school in Reading. This is a long‑term opportunity with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate. The Attendance Officer plays a key role in supporting student wellbeing, safeguarding, and promoting strong attendance across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitoring daily attendance and punctuality
• First‑day calling and follow‑up of unexplained absences
• Maintaining accurate attendance records in line with DfE guidance
• Liaising with parents/carers regarding attendance concerns
• Working closely with Heads of Year and pastoral teams
• Supporting interventions for persistent absence
• Producing attendance data and reports for senior staff
• Liaising with external agencies where appropriate

Qualifications

• Have experience in an attendance, administrative or pastoral role (school‑based experience desirable)
• Be confident communicating with parents, staff and students
• Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Handle sensitive information professionally and confidentially
• Have good IT skills (experience using a school MIS is advantageous)

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