We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, proactive, and resilient Attendance Officer to play a key role in promoting excellent attendance and punctuality across the school. The successful candidate will lead on attendance procedures, implement effective whole-school systems, and manage individual student casework to ensure all pupils are supported to attend regularly and achieve their full potential. The Attendance Officer will work closely with students, families, staff, and external agencies to identify and overcome barriers to attendance, with a particular focus on supporting vulnerable students. You will be responsible for monitoring and analysing attendance data, identifying trends and areas of concern, and taking timely action to improve outcomes. This role requires excellent communication and organisational skills, alongside the ability to build positive and professional relationships with students, parents/carers, colleagues, and external partners. The successful candidate will be compassionate, solution-focused, and committed to making a positive difference to the lives of young people. If you are passionate about supporting students and want to contribute to a caring and ambitious school community, we would love to hear from you. Join us as we continue to strengthen and develop our school community. “We believe in the welfare and safeguarding of all children and expect all staff to share this commitment.”

How to apply for the role: Application is by completed application form via my new term, just click on the link on our website or click on the QR code above. Closing Date – Tuesday 16th June 2026 at 9.00am

Posts working with either children and/or vulnerable adults will be subject to the disclosure of criminal records, the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Sandy Secondary School have decided to carry out online searches for shortlisted candidates as part of due diligence in our recruitment process, (as per KCSIE, paragraph 220). The searches are conducted by a member of our staff and recorded in line with our recruitment and appointment protocols and procedures. The process will be consistent, transparent, and fair and reflected within the Safer recruitment policy.

At Sandy Secondary School, safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of students.