Attendance Assistant; Term Time ; Harton Academy

Attendance Assistant, 37 h/week (Term Time Only)

Contract:

Permanent (September start) | Pattern:
Term time only (37 hours per week) | Salary: SP12 actual salary £24,206 (FTE £28,598 pending pay award) | Closing Date: 10/07/26

Harton Academy is a well‑established secondary school and sixth form provider, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and inclusive education. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of ambition, respect, and continuous improvement, where both students and staff are encouraged to reach their full potential. Our commitment to these values is reflected in our supportive environment, high standards, and dedication to preparing young people for success in an ever‑changing world.

Join a school where ambition is celebrated and every member of our community is empowered to grow.

We are seeking a dedicated Attendance Assistant to play a vital role in supporting student engagement, belonging and success across KS3, KS4 and KS5. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive professional who understands the importance of attendance in helping young people thrive. Working closely with students, families and colleagues, you will help ensure every learner is given the best possible chance to attend, participate and achieve.

This role sits at the heart of the school’s attendance provision, helping to monitor patterns, support early intervention and contribute to a culture where excellent attendance is expected and achieved. You will be a key point of contact for attendance‑related matters, providing professional, accurate and timely support that makes a real difference to students and families.

• Support the administration of attendance processes, ensuring records are accurate, timely and well maintained.
• Contribute to positive attendance measures by helping identify concerns early and supporting effective follow‑up action.
• Provide administrative support to the wider attendance and pastoral teams, helping maintain efficient day‑to‑day operations.
• Assist with attendance monitoring, reporting and communication to support improved student engagement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external partners to promote regular school attendance.

• Experience of working in an administrative or school environment.
• Experience of communicating professionally with parents/carers and young people.
• Experience of using databases or management information systems, ideally Arbor.
• Understanding of the barriers that can affect attendance and how to help overcome them.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

Harton Academy is committed to supporting staff wellbeing and professional growth. We believe in investing in our team and creating an environment where you can flourish.

• A supportive and collaborative working environment where your contributions are valued.
• Clear pathways for continued career progression and leadership development.
• Dedicated time for continuing professional development, ensuring you remain at the forefront of educational practice.
• A comprehensive wellbeing strategy to support your work‑life balance.
• Access to a healthcare package as part of our commitment to staff welfare.