Attendence Officer
Posted 2 days ago
- Birmingham, West Midlands
- Any
- External
- Expires In 3 months
Attendance Officer
Location: City Academy, 23 Langley Walk, Ladywood, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2EF
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Pay Rate: £11.44 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing
Overview:
City Academy is seeking a dedicated and experienced Attendance Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working in a high school setting, using SIMS and Classcharts to manage and monitor student attendance effectively. You will play a key role in promoting a culture of punctuality and regular attendance, ensuring that all students have access to uninterrupted learning.
Key Responsibilities:
1.
Attendance Monitoring & Reporting:
* Use SIMS and Classcharts to record, track and analyse daily student attendance and punctuality.
* Generate attendance reports for senior leadership and external bodies as required.
* Identify and investigate patterns of absenteeism, liaising with staff and parents to ensure effective interventions.
2.
Student and Parent Communication:
* Contact parents/carers to follow up on unexplained or prolonged absences.
* Work closely with parents, guardians, and external agencies to address and resolve attendance issues.
3.
Compliance and Record-Keeping:
* Ensure accurate records of student attendance are maintained, in line with school policies and legal requirements.
* Provide regular updates to senior staff on attendance trends, including persistent absenteeism and punctuality concerns.
4.
Supporting the Pastoral Team:
* Work collaboratively with the pastoral team, form tutors, and other staff to support students with attendance challenges.
* Organise and attend meetings with parents and external agencies regarding attendance and safeguarding concerns.
5.
Intervention & Support:
* Assist in the development of attendance improvement strategies, including rewards for good attendance and punctuality.
* Implement targeted interventions for students who are consistently absent or late.
6.
Administration & Data Management:
* Maintain up-to-date records in SIMS and Classcharts, ensuring all data is accurate and ready for inspection.
* Assist with administrative tasks such as sending letters home, making phone calls, and scheduling meetings related to attendance.
Person Specification:
Essential:
* Previous experience working as an Attendance Officer in a high school setting.
* Proficient in using SIMS (School Information Management System) and Classcharts.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, staff, parents, and external agencies.
* Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
* A proactive and solution-focused approach to addressing attendance issues.
* A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
Desirable:
* Experience working in a school in the West Midlands or Birmingham area.
* Familiarity with school attendance policies and relevant legal requirements.
* Knowledge of intervention programmes designed to improve student attendance
Location: City Academy, 23 Langley Walk, Ladywood, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2EF
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Pay Rate: £11.44 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing
Overview:
City Academy is seeking a dedicated and experienced Attendance Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working in a high school setting, using SIMS and Classcharts to manage and monitor student attendance effectively. You will play a key role in promoting a culture of punctuality and regular attendance, ensuring that all students have access to uninterrupted learning.
Key Responsibilities:
1.
Attendance Monitoring & Reporting:
* Use SIMS and Classcharts to record, track and analyse daily student attendance and punctuality.
* Generate attendance reports for senior leadership and external bodies as required.
* Identify and investigate patterns of absenteeism, liaising with staff and parents to ensure effective interventions.
2.
Student and Parent Communication:
* Contact parents/carers to follow up on unexplained or prolonged absences.
* Work closely with parents, guardians, and external agencies to address and resolve attendance issues.
3.
Compliance and Record-Keeping:
* Ensure accurate records of student attendance are maintained, in line with school policies and legal requirements.
* Provide regular updates to senior staff on attendance trends, including persistent absenteeism and punctuality concerns.
4.
Supporting the Pastoral Team:
* Work collaboratively with the pastoral team, form tutors, and other staff to support students with attendance challenges.
* Organise and attend meetings with parents and external agencies regarding attendance and safeguarding concerns.
5.
Intervention & Support:
* Assist in the development of attendance improvement strategies, including rewards for good attendance and punctuality.
* Implement targeted interventions for students who are consistently absent or late.
6.
Administration & Data Management:
* Maintain up-to-date records in SIMS and Classcharts, ensuring all data is accurate and ready for inspection.
* Assist with administrative tasks such as sending letters home, making phone calls, and scheduling meetings related to attendance.
Person Specification:
Essential:
* Previous experience working as an Attendance Officer in a high school setting.
* Proficient in using SIMS (School Information Management System) and Classcharts.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, staff, parents, and external agencies.
* Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
* A proactive and solution-focused approach to addressing attendance issues.
* A strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
Desirable:
* Experience working in a school in the West Midlands or Birmingham area.
* Familiarity with school attendance policies and relevant legal requirements.
* Knowledge of intervention programmes designed to improve student attendance