If you enjoy working with people and making a real difference, this could be the perfect opportunity. A high-performing secondary school in Kempston is looking to appoint a proactive Attendance Officer to join its dedicated support staff team on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2026.
As a key member of the pastoral team, you'll help ensure students attend school regularly, working closely with families, teaching staff and external agencies to promote excellent attendance and remove barriers to learning. Your work will directly contribute to improved outcomes and help create an environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive.
This is a varied role offering the chance to build meaningful relationships while developing a rewarding career within education.
You'll take ownership of the school's attendance systems, ensuring records are accurate while supporting initiatives that improve attendance and punctuality.
Key responsibilities include:
Monitoring daily attendance and identifying attendance concerns
Contacting parents and carers regarding student absences
Working with Heads of Year to implement attendance improvement plans
Producing attendance reports and analysing trends
Maintaining accurate records using the school's Management Information System
Supporting attendance meetings with students and families
Liaising with external agencies where additional support is required
This high-performing secondary school is known for its strong pastoral provision, ambitious leadership and inclusive ethos. Staff enjoy a welcoming and collaborative environment where support teams are recognised for the important role they play in helping students achieve their full potential.
The ideal candidate will be an organised and confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage sensitive situations professionally.
Experience within attendance, school administration, pastoral support or a similar role would be beneficial, although applications are welcomed from candidates with strong administrative experience and a genuine passion for supporting young people.
£30,000 – £35,000 per annum
Full-time, permanent position
September 2026 start
Local Government Pension Scheme
Excellent CPD and training opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme
Staff wellbeing initiatives
Supportive leadership team
The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.
If you're looking for a rewarding role where your organisational skills and commitment to supporting students will make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.
Attendance Officer | High-Performing Secondary School | Kempston • Bedfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Become a Driving Instructor – Nationwide | Earn Up to £50,000+ with My Four Wheels Looking for a new career with flexibility, independence and great earning potential? My Four Wheels is a 5-star r... Show more
We are seeking to appoint a Safeguarding Officer for September 2026 to work closely with the academy’s Designated Safeguarding Lead, safeguarding team and all academy staff to ensure the effective ... Show more
We are an AMBITIOUS school, with a strong sense.BELONGING and CREATIVITY at the heart.Glebe Farm School is a newly established, purpose-built all-through school located in the thriving community of... Show more
The Volunteer & Community Engagement Officer is responsible for recruiting, supporting, and developing volunteers, as well as strengthening MK-Act’s community connections.This role ensures that vol... Show more
Job Title: Accounts and Audit Senior.Package: £35,000-£45,000 (depending on experience), 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), and more.Working Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5... Show more
Join us as a Teacher : Empower Futures!.Do you want to work for a company where wellbeing is more than a word, it's a commitment? Somewhere where the person matters as much as the professional?.Wel... Show more
Location & Building: 351 Silbury Boulevard Witan Gate East Milton Keynes Buckinghamshire MK9 2DT.Working Days / Hours: Mon- Fri 9-5 37 per week.Working Pattern: Fully office based.Length of Assignm... Show more
Wycombe Abbey seeks an experienced and hands‑on.School’s extensive grounds and gardens.This pivotal role supports the Grounds Manager in leading the team, maintaining high standards across sports p... Show more
Schools’ Choice in Kettering is seeking a Taxi Licensing Service Support Officer to efficiently manage taxi licensing processes.This role includes advising clients, maintaining records, and ensurin... Show more
The role is for a Lead Safeguarding Officer in the Safeguarding in Education Team based in North Northants.The team works closely with social care education teams, local authority teams as well as ... Show more
Oakgrove School has a very exciting opportunity to appoint a dedicated member of staff to work with families of students who have low attendance at school.They will be responsible for liaising with... Show more
Moore Stephens International is seeking an Audit and Accounts Semi Senior to join their Corby team.This role is perfect for part qualified accountants seeking growth in a top 10 accountancy network... Show more
Airedale Academy is seeking a proactive Family Liaison Officer to help raise attendance levels and engage with families.You will work with Attendance Improvement Officers and senior leaders to impl... Show more
Membership Advisor - Milton Keynes.Bannatynes are renowned for providing exceptional fitness and wellness experiences across the UK.We pride ourselves on our states of the art facilities and our co... Show more
PFM Compliance and Site Officer.Monday to Friday) Full time contract 52 weeks.Rate of Pay - NJC Scale 5, points 13-23 plus Outer London fringe allowance (.We offer a generous annual leave entitleme... Show more
The Board of Governors at St Mary’s is a committed team of volunteers from a wide range of professional backgrounds working in synergy with senior school leaders to support and oversee the strategi... Show more
Brooke Weston Academy in Corby is seeking a Student Support/Inclusion Officer to champion pupil wellbeing and success.You will build strong relationships with families and external agencies, develo... Show more
JustOT in Aylesbury is hiring for an Occupational Therapist Band 6 to join their dedicated therapy team.This role focuses on supporting children with neuro-disabilities in specialist schools.The su... Show more
){kind=logo}
