Attendance Officer

At Oasis Academy Shirley Park , Croydon - Secondary & Sixth Form

Salary: SCP 7-11, Outer London

Role: Full-time, 37 hours per week, Term-Time only

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: February 2026

Interviews will begin as soon as applications are received. We are seeking a dedicated and professional Attendance Officer to join our team. You will play a vital role in promoting excellent attendance and supporting the welfare of our students. This posting may close early if a suitable candidate is found.

In this role you will be responsible for monitoring student attendance data, identifying patterns of absence, and investigating any unexplained absences. You will build positive relationships with parents and carers to understand the reasons behind absences and develop individualised plans to support their child’s regular attendance. This may involve liaising with external agencies, such as social services or health professionals, to address any underlying issues impacting school attendance.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills will be key to building trust and rapport with families from diverse backgrounds. Excellent data analysis skills and a commitment to working collaboratively with school staff are also required to ensure all students thrive in a positive learning environment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks, and to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours that flow from the Oasis Community Learning ethos.

Please note:

Oasis Community Learning does not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative introductions from recruitment agencies. We work strictly with agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL), and any CVs submitted outside of this agreement will not be liable to an introduction fee.