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London Borough of Newham

Attendance Officer – Newham | ASAP Start

  • Location: Newham

  • Start: ASAP

  • Contract: Long-term temporary

  • Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

  • Salary: £28,000–£34,000 per annum, depending on experience

A secondary school in Newham is looking for a proactive Attendance Officer to join its pastoral and administration teams. The school is committed to improving attendance through early intervention, strong communication and positive relationships with families.

Why Join the School?

  • Supportive pastoral team: Work closely with staff who are committed to helping pupils succeed.

  • Clear procedures: Benefit from established attendance systems and guidance.

  • Valued contribution: Help remove barriers to attendance and support pupils’ engagement with school.

  • Professional development: Build your experience in attendance, safeguarding and pastoral support.

  • Team environment: Join a school that values communication and working together.

About the Role

You will monitor and promote pupil attendance, follow up on absences and work with families and school staff to improve attendance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor daily attendance and identify patterns of absence.

  • Contact parents and carers regarding unexplained absences.

  • Maintain accurate attendance records and reports.

  • Support attendance meetings and follow-up actions.

  • Work with pastoral and safeguarding teams where concerns arise.

What We’re Looking For

  • Previous experience in school administration, attendance or pastoral support.

  • Strong communication and record-keeping skills.

  • Confidence speaking with parents and carers.

  • Good IT skills and attention to detail.

  • A professional, sensitive and organised approach.

If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted within 48 hours. All interviews are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Location
London Borough of Newham

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Founded in 2012
Co-workers 500
Turnover 5M
London Borough of Newham

Attendance Officer – Newham | ASAP Start

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