Attendance Officer

School Attendance Officer -

Gravesend

From 15 per hour

Are you passionate about supporting students and improving school attendance? Academics are currently working with a fantastic Secondary school who are seeking an Attendance Officer to join a friendly and dedicated team in Gravesend, starting January 2026
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Position: School Attendance Officer
Location: Gravesend
Pay Rate: From 15 per hour
Start Date:
January 2026
Hours: Full-time

As the School Attendance Officer, you'll play a vital role in promoting regular attendance and punctuality among students. You'll work closely with pupils, parents, and staff to track attendance, follow up on absences, and help create a supportive environment that encourages full engagement in learning.

• Monitoring daily attendance and punctuality records
• Contacting parents/carers regarding unexplained absences
• Liaising with staff and external agencies to support students
• Producing reports and maintaining accurate attendance data
• Supporting school initiatives to improve overall attendance rates

• Experience working in a school or administrative setting
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A proactive and compassionate approach
• Knowledge of attendance systems (SIMS or similar) is essential
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

• Supportive school environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives
• Competitive hourly rate

Apply today to start making a positive impact!