Attendance Officer

We are looking to recruit an experienced and committed Attendance Officer to join our dedicated support team  We are seeking an individual with very high expectations who is passionate about working with young people and is ambitious to see them achieve. You will be a resilient team player with a can-do attitude, will be flexible, organised and able to use your own initiative and problem-solve. 

 The role involves collecting, recording, monitoring and reporting data on attendance and punctuality, and supporting our pastoral work to improve and maintain these in support of students so that they achieve the very best outcomes from their time at school.

We are dedicated to providing an outstanding education to every child. Our lovely students, hardworking teachers, and supportive parents create a community that is committed to excellence in all areas of education.

Joining Elstow School as an Attendance Officer is a fantastic opportunity to be part of our story – providing transformational experiences for thousands of pupils, developing our staff to be the very best they can be, and influencing the wider system by demonstrating first-hand what is achievable

The successful candidate will have

• English/Maths at GCSE grade A-C or equivalent
• Experience of managing/monitoring Attendance in a school environment - desirable
• Experience of working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and how to promote equality and diversity within the job role
• Evidence of establishing effective relationships with staff, pupils and other stakeholders
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection matters
• Ability to communicate effectively and confidently face-to-face, on the telephone and in writing
• Strong IT skills (Knowledge of any MIS / CPOMS desirable)
• Ability to work on own initiative, has drive, energy and vision, is efficient, methodical and organised and calm under pressure
• A resilient character with a flexible approach to work

JOB SPECIFICS

Start date: 1st September 2026

Salary:  AS 4-6 FTE £25,495-£26,298 dependent on experience. Actual pro rata salary £22,124-£22,821

Contract: Permanent, Full time, Term time + 5 INSET days, 39 weeks per year, 37 hours per week, Monday – Thursday 9am- 5pm, Friday 9am- 4:30pm

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the deadline date

Safeguarding

The safeguarding and welfare of children is paramount and all our staff share this view. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding and child protection checks including with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.