Attendance Officer – Primary School – Chester

Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Paid to scale

A welcoming primary school in Chester is looking to appoint a committed and proactive Attendance Officer to join its pastoral support team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who understands the importance of good attendance in helping children achieve their full potential and enjoys working collaboratively with families to improve attendance and punctuality.

Working closely with the Headteacher, Inclusion Lead and school office, you will monitor attendance, identify emerging concerns and work proactively with parents and external agencies to ensure pupils attend school regularly. The successful candidate will be highly organised, approachable and committed to supporting children and families.

This is a rewarding role where your work will make a genuine difference to children's educational outcomes and wellbeing.

School Information

This is a well-established primary school that provides a caring and inclusive learning environment where every child is encouraged to achieve academically while developing confidence, resilience and independence. The school enjoys strong relationships with families and the wider community and places great emphasis on creating a positive atmosphere where pupils feel safe, supported and inspired to learn.

Staff benefit from collaborative leadership, excellent professional development opportunities and a culture where every member of staff is recognised for the valuable contribution they make.

The school continues to promote excellent attendance through positive relationships, early intervention and strong pastoral support.

Attendance Team

The Attendance Team works closely with families, school leaders and external agencies to promote excellent attendance while supporting pupils who require additional guidance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring daily attendance and punctuality.

• Contacting parents regarding unexplained absences.

• Maintaining accurate attendance records using the school's MIS.

• Producing attendance reports for senior leaders.

• Identifying attendance trends and supporting intervention strategies.

• Meeting with parents to discuss attendance concerns.

• Liaising with the Local Authority Attendance Service.

• Supporting safeguarding and pastoral colleagues.

• Promoting positive attendance initiatives across the school.

• Ensuring attendance procedures comply with statutory guidance.

• Maintaining confidential pupil records.

• Providing administrative support during busy periods.

The successful candidate will become part of a dedicated pastoral team that is committed to ensuring every child benefits from regular attendance and the very best educational opportunities.

Requirements

• Previous attendance or school administration experience is desirable.

• Excellent organisational skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

• Experience using school MIS systems is advantageous.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Professional and compassionate approach.

• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Application

To apply for this Attendance Officer position, please send your CV as soon as possible.