Attendance Officer | High-Performing Secondary School | Newbury

Student success starts with strong attendance, and this thriving secondary school is looking for someone who can make a real impact. A high-performing secondary school in Newbury is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Attendance Officer to join its support staff team on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school where pastoral care and academic excellence go hand in hand. You'll work closely with students, parents and staff to promote positive attendance, identify concerns early and implement strategies that help every student engage fully with school life.

If you're someone who enjoys building relationships, analysing data and making a tangible difference, this role offers both challenge and reward.

Your Responsibilities

As Attendance Officer, you'll coordinate the school's attendance procedures and provide proactive support to improve attendance across all year groups.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring daily attendance and following up on unexplained absences

• Identifying attendance trends and preparing reports for senior leaders

• Working with students and families to improve attendance and punctuality

• Supporting attendance meetings and intervention plans

• Maintaining accurate attendance records using the school's MIS

• Liaising with external agencies where additional support is required

• Ensuring attendance processes comply with statutory guidance

About the School

This successful secondary school has a reputation for high expectations, strong leadership and a welcoming school community. Staff enjoy a collaborative working environment where professional development is encouraged and support staff play a vital role in helping students achieve their best.

What You'll Bring

The school is looking for an organised and approachable individual with excellent communication skills and the confidence to work with students, parents and colleagues at all levels.

Experience in attendance, pastoral support or school administration would be advantageous, although candidates with strong administrative experience and a genuine interest in education are encouraged to apply.

Salary & Benefits

• £30,000 – £35,000 per annum

• Full-time, permanent position

• September 2026 start

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Staff wellbeing initiatives

• Supportive leadership team

Apply

The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.

If you're looking for a role where your organisational skills and ability to build positive relationships can have a lasting impact on young people's education, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.