School Attendance Officer

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Attendance Officer to join a thriving secondary school in Huddersfield on a full‑time, long‑term basis. This is an immediate‑start position for someone who understands the vital role attendance plays in student achievement and is confident managing attendance systems in a busy school environment. You’ll be part of a supportive pastoral team committed to improving outcomes for young people.

• Monitor and track daily attendance
  , ensuring registers are accurate and completed on time.
• Identify patterns of absence and work proactively with students, families, and staff to improve attendance.
• Conduct first‑day calling
  , home contact, and follow‑up communication in line with safeguarding procedures.
• Produce attendance reports for senior leaders, pastoral teams, and external agencies.
• Work closely with the pastoral and safeguarding teams
  , contributing to intervention plans and supporting vulnerable students.
• Liaise with the local authority regarding persistent absence and statutory processes.
• Maintain and update attendance systems (e.g., SIMS/Arbor/Bromcom) with accuracy and confidentiality.

• Previous Attendance Officer experience in a school setting is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of attendance legislation
  , safeguarding expectations, and school attendance procedures.
• Confident using MIS systems and producing data‑driven reports.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Highly organised, detail‑focused, and able to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and support students in achieving their full potential, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to start immediately in a welcoming Huddersfield school.