School Attendance Officer - Lambeth

Job description

About

Are you a personable and highly motivated individual who is committed to the welfare and attendance of students during their school career?

Do you relish the opportunity to really make a difference to pupils' lives?

If you have answered yes to the above questions, Please Apply Now!

School's overview:

This is a truly inclusive secondary school in Norwood, Lambeth, intent on improving the life chances of all their students, ensuring they reach their academic potential and develop as young adults ready for the next stage of education. The school encourages their students to be kind, ambitious and professional, whilst valuing their individuality and creativity. They have developed a clear vision for the direction of the school.

You will be eligible to get these benefits

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Competitive hourly rates of pay - Paid weekly

Dedicated consultant to help you through the joining process

Refer a friend scheme - £300 for each referral

Public transport links are provided

• Support with school application support and DBS

We are seeking to appoint a driven, proactive and conscientious Attendance Officer. This is an exciting opportunity allowing you to be at the heart of shaping the future success of the school.

This is a full time role starting ASAP and you will be expected to work from 8.00am - 4.00pm Monday to Friday.

Some of the responsibilities to be considered for this role

Ensure daily attendance registers are accurate and complete, and follow up with staff members about any incomplete data

Track attendance of vulnerable groups of pupils and share information with school leaders

Identify pupils that need additional support to improve their attendance

Work with the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) to promote the best interests of pupils, including sharing concerns where necessary

Produce and interpret attendance reports for school leaders, identifying key statistics, reasons for absence and any patterns of concern

Manage attendance returns for the school census

Maintain accurate records of communications with parents/carers and relevant interventions

Build and refresh knowledge of the school's MIS and other relevant systems

The required skills for this position are listed below:

Proven experience as an Attendance Officer or in a similar role, preferably within an educational setting

Eligibility to work in the UK (essential)

DBS on a update service is a must or willingness to get a new one

• 2 proven relevant references must be provided
• Ability to maintain a professional manner in challenging situations

Generate attendance reports on SIMS database

Demonstrate attention to details and interpersonal skills

Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

How to Apply:

If you've worked in a school environment before and this sounds like the school for you, Please APPLY NOW!!

We would love to hear from you!