Position: Attendance Officer
Location: Dartford
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
A High-Performing Secondary School in Dartford is seeking to appoint a dedicated and organised Attendance Officer to join its pastoral support team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a school that places student wellbeing, safeguarding, and excellent attendance at the heart of its success.
The school is recognised for its high expectations, supportive leadership, and strong commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment where attendance, engagement, and academic achievement go hand in hand.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for monitoring and promoting excellent student attendance across the school. Working closely with senior leaders, pastoral staff, parents, and external agencies, you will identify attendance concerns, maintain accurate records, and implement strategies that support improved attendance and punctuality.
You will play a key role in ensuring attendance procedures are followed effectively while building positive relationships with students and families to encourage regular school attendance.
This is a rewarding role for an organised, proactive individual who is passionate about making a positive impact on students' educational outcomes.
Monitor daily attendance and punctuality across the school
Maintain accurate attendance records using the school's management information system
Contact parents regarding student absence and follow up attendance concerns
Produce attendance reports for senior leaders and external agencies
Support attendance meetings and intervention strategies
Work collaboratively with pastoral teams and safeguarding staff
Ensure attendance procedures comply with statutory guidance
Promote a positive culture of excellent attendance throughout the school
This High-Performing Secondary School in Dartford provides a welcoming and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to achieve both academically and personally. The school has a strong pastoral ethos and believes that excellent attendance is fundamental to student success.
The attendance and pastoral team is highly valued and works closely with teaching staff and senior leaders to ensure every student receives the support they need to thrive. Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to progress within school support services.
Essential Requirements
Previous experience in an administrative, attendance, or pastoral role
Excellent organisational and communication skills
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and management information systems
Ability to work accurately with confidential information
A proactive and professional approach with excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable
Experience working within a school or educational setting
Knowledge of SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom
Understanding of attendance legislation and safeguarding procedures
Experience working with families and external support agencies
If you are interested in this Attendance Officer role at a High-Performing Secondary School in Dartford, please submit your CV as soon as possible.
Attendance Officer | High-Performing Secondary School | Dartford • Dartford, England, United Kingdom
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