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Leicester, Leicestershire

Attendance Officer – Leicester – January 2026

A well-regarded 11–16 secondary school in Leicester is seeking a dedicated Attendance Officer to play a key role in supporting student engagement and safeguarding.

Your Responsibilities

  • Monitor daily attendance and punctuality using the school MIS
  • Carry out first-day calling, texting and absence investigations
  • Liaise with Heads of Year regarding persistent absence
  • Prepare attendance reports for SLT and governors
  • Meet with families to discuss attendance concerns
  • Work alongside safeguarding leads when attendance flags concerns
  • Coordinate penalty notices and referrals where necessary

School Culture

This is a warm, values-driven school with a Good Ofsted rating and a strong pastoral reputation. The Attendance & Welfare team sits in a dedicated pastoral hub with close links to inclusion, safeguarding and SEN.

What You’ll Bring

  • Confident communication with parents, students and external agencies
  • Strong organisational and data-handling skills
  • Calm, professional approach during sensitive conversations
  • Understanding of safeguarding principles

What’s on Offer

  • Training in attendance legislation, safeguarding & MIS systems
  • Supportive pastoral leadership team
  • Opportunities to progress into welfare or safeguarding roles
Locations
Leicester, Leicestershire

About Marchant Recruitment

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Founded in 2012
Co-workers 500
Turnover 5M
Leicester, Leicestershire

Attendance Officer – Leicester – January 2026

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