Attendance Officer - Outstanding Ofsted Secondary School - Aylesbury

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

Attendance Officer

An Outstanding Ofsted secondary school in Aylesbury is seeking a dedicated and organised Attendance Officer to join their pastoral and administrative support team. This is an important role within the school, focused on promoting excellent attendance, supporting student wellbeing and ensuring accurate attendance procedures are maintained across the school.

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring daily attendance, recording absences accurately and following up with parents and carers regarding attendance concerns. You will analyse attendance data, identify patterns and work proactively with students, families and pastoral staff to improve attendance and punctuality.

You will also support the school’s safeguarding and pastoral systems by liaising with external agencies where appropriate and ensuring attendance records are compliant with school and statutory requirements. Producing reports, maintaining accurate records and supporting intervention strategies will form an important part of the role.

Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, as you will regularly engage with students, parents and staff in a professional and supportive manner. The school is looking for someone who is proactive, resilient and committed to helping students access education successfully.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and high-performing school community where staff wellbeing and professional development are highly valued.

School Information

This is a 11 to 18 well-established, Outstanding Ofsted Rated School in Oxford with a strong commitment to high standards, student wellbeing and continuous improvement. The school serves a diverse community and is known for its calm and purposeful learning environment.

Students are respectful, motivated and eager to succeed, creating a positive atmosphere across the school. Staff benefit from a collaborative professional culture, supportive leadership and ongoing opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

• Experience in an attendance, pastoral or administrative role
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to analyse attendance data effectively
• Professional and confidential approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing

Application

To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible