Attendance Officer

About Us:

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and dedicated Attendance Officer to join our pastoral team and play a vital role in supporting excellent student attendance across Years 7-13. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about building positive relationships with students and families, improving outcomes, and contributing to the wider safeguarding culture of the school.

About the Role

As our Attendance Officer, you will be at the heart of our efforts to remove barriers to attendance and ensure every student has the best possible chance to thrive. You will:

Monitor daily attendance and punctuality, ensuring registers are accurate and concerns are followed up swiftly.

Contact parents/carers regarding unexplained absences and maintain clear, timely communication.

Identify students needing additional support, set targets, and work closely with families to improve attendance.

Collaborate with Year Leaders, Safeguarding, SEND, Pupil Premium, and the County Attendance Team to coordinate support and interventions.

Produce regular attendance reports and contribute to whole-school strategies, rewards, and sanctions.

Ensure all procedures follow safeguarding expectations, including CME requirements and GDPR compliance.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is:

Highly organised, accurate and confident managing data

An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills

Able to remain calm and professional when dealing with sensitive or challenging situations

Passionate about supporting young people and improving life chances

A team player who can work closely with colleagues and external agencies

Confident using IT systems and maintaining confidentiality at all times

Why Join Us:

Free Parking on Site

Forget the daily struggle for a parking spot. Our onsite parking is free, ample, and exclusively available to our staff, ensuring you have a hassle-free start to your day.

Bespoke CPD Opportunities

We understand that professional growth is paramount. That’s why we offer tailored Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities designed to enhance your skills and knowledge, propelling your career forward.

Enhanced PPA Time

This extra time allows you to focus on creating impactful learning experiences without the rush.

Subscription to The National College

This resource provides access to a wealth of courses and webinars, keeping you informed and inspired.

Leadership Development Opportunities

We support your ambitions with development programs that prepare and qualify you for leadership roles within our academy and beyond.

Career Progression

We believe in recognising and nurturing talent. Progression opportunities within the academy are abundant for the right candidate, with clear pathways to advance your career in education.

Join us and be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.

Chiltern Hills is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and this role will include a full safer recruitment process.

Chiltern Hills reserves the right to select applications prior to the closing date.