A successful and community-oriented secondary school in Chester is seeking a committed Attendance Officer to support its pastoral and safeguarding teams from January 2026.

The Role

You will play a crucial role in improving attendance and supporting student welfare. Duties include:

• Monitoring daily attendance and punctuality
• Contacting parents and carers regarding absences
• Producing attendance data for pastoral teams and SLT
• Arranging attendance meetings and supporting intervention plans
• Working closely with safeguarding leads on welfare concerns

The School

This school holds a strong local reputation for pastoral care and has well-established systems for behaviour and attendance. The attendance office sits within a modern pastoral hub, ensuring excellent communication between teams.

You Will Bring

• Strong administrative and communication skills
• Confidence dealing with families and external agencies
• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality (training provided)

Why Join?

• Supportive pastoral team with excellent guidance
• Opportunities for development within safeguarding or family liaison

A friendly school culture that values positive relationships