Attendance Officer

We are a forward-thinking, nurturing and highly aspirational school, committed to ensuring that every pupil can engage fully in their education and thrive academically, socially and emotionally., This is a key safeguarding and pupil-support role. The Attendance Officer will monitor attendance and punctuality, respond to absence, carry out home visits, build constructive relationships with parents and carers, lead Early Help and multi-agency work where required, support campus routines and maintain accurate records. The postholder will help create a safe, structured and nurturing environment in which learners are supported to return to and remain engaged with education.,

• Monitor daily attendance and punctuality across all campuses.
• Carry out first-day absence calls and escalate safeguarding concerns.
• Conduct home visits to ensure pupil safety and encourage a return to school.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers to support attendance.
• Lead Early Help plans and multi-agency meetings where required.
• Support registration and behaviour routines on campus.
• Maintain accurate records using Bromcom and CPOMS.
• Liaise with external agencies, including Social Care, the Police and CAMHS.
• Represent the school at multi-agency meetings and case conferences.
  
  Dedicated professionals committed to making a positive difference in children's lives.
• Eager to develop their own expertise and engage in continued learning.
• Able to work independently, using their initiative to bring new ideas and contribute to school development.
• Passionate about inclusive education and supporting pupils with a range of needs.
  
  What We Can Offer You
• A forward-thinking school committed to continual improvement and innovation.
• A welcoming, friendly and positive working environment where staff feel valued and supported.
• Opportunities to build strong, positive relationships that support and enhance the lives of our children.
• A supportive, enthusiastic and highly motivated staff team and governing body.
• The chance to contribute to exciting developments in school systems, approaches and innovative practice.
• A strong commitment to continuing professional development.
• Career opportunities within the school.
• Blue Light Card access, offering discounts across UK retailers and services.
· Birmingham City Council employee benefits, including membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, a generous council pension contribution, the Cycle to Work scheme, a confidential Employee Assistance Programme and access to My Rewards.