Attendance Officer Shropshire

A successful and ambitious 11–16 school in Telford is seeking a dedicated Attendance Officer to join its pastoral team from January 2026.

You will monitor and improve attendance across the school, working closely with pastoral leaders, families and external agencies. Key duties include:

• Monitoring attendance records and following up queries
• Making first-day absence calls and supporting early intervention
• Meeting parents and students to discuss attendance concerns
• Producing attendance reports for SLT and governors
• Ensuring statutory attendance processes and letters are issued

The school has a Good Ofsted rating and a strong reputation for care and behaviour. The pastoral team is well staffed, and attendance is taken seriously, with clear procedures and supportive leadership.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong IT ability and confidence using data systems
• A calm but assertive manner when dealing with sensitive issues
• Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality
• Experience in attendance or pastoral work (advantageous)

• Supportive pastoral team
• Purpose-built offices and strong digital systems
• Regular CPD and external training
• Competitive salary with LGPS pension

If you are detail-focused and passionate about helping young people succeed, we welcome your application.