Details:
- Salary: £14.30 - 16 - Hour
- Location: Telford Shropshire
- Date: 2 months ago
Description:
We are currently seeking experienced Attendance Officers to work within a range of schools across Telford, including primary, secondary, and SEN settings. Schools are looking for reliable and proactive candidates who are confident managing attendance processes, handling sensitive information, and supporting safeguarding procedures within busy education environments.
This role would suit candidates with previous school administration or attendance experience who can hit the ground running and work effectively as part of a wider office and pastoral team.
Main Duties
Recording and monitoring daily attendance and punctuality
Carrying out first day absence calls and following up attendance concerns
Updating and maintaining attendance data using ARBOR, SIMS, and BROMCOM
Producing attendance reports and data for leadership teams
Supporting safeguarding and welfare procedures linked to attendance
Liaising with parents, carers, and external agencies
Managing attendance correspondence, meetings, and referrals
Supporting reception and administrative duties when required
Ensuring all records are accurate, confidential, and compliant with school procedures
Candidate Criteria
Previous experience within a school office or attendance-based role is essential
Experience working within primary, secondary, or SEN schools is desirable
Knowledge of attendance procedures and safeguarding requirements
Experience using ARBOR, SIMS, and/or BROMCOM
Strong communication and organisational skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Competent using Microsoft Office systems
Important Information
No training will be provided; candidates must be experienced and ready to start immediately
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable
Candidates without an Enhanced DBS will be required to obtain and pay for their own Enhanced DBS check
All appointments are subject to safeguarding and reference checks
This is an excellent opportunity to secure flexible or long-term work within supportive schools across Telford.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks