Attendance Officer New

Attendance Officer – Stockport

Are you detail-oriented, organised, and passionate about student welfare? Teaching Personnel is seeking an Attendance Officer for a secondary school in Stockport to join their team in January 2025. In this critical role, you will work closely with staff, students, and parents to monitor, track, and improve student attendance rates, helping create a positive and supportive school culture. Your role will involve data analysis, identifying patterns, and supporting initiatives to ensure students remain engaged and committed to their education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor daily attendance records, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding absences and follow up on unexplained absences
• Work closely with the pastoral team to identify students at risk of poor attendance and engage them in support programs
• Maintain accurate and confidential records, generating reports to help track attendance trends
• Coordinate with external agencies, including social services, to address attendance barriers
• Lead school initiatives to promote the importance of regular attendance and student engagement

Ideal Candidate:
The successful candidate will have experience in a school or administrative setting, with strong data management skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of school management systems (like SIMS) are advantageous. Candidates should be approachable, resilient, and committed to supporting students’ academic journeys. If you’re ready to make a positive impact on student attendance and achievement, apply now to join this supportive school community in Stockport.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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