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  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Liverpool
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    School Administration
  • Industry

    Education & Training
  • Pay

    £13.00-£16.00 per hour

Attendance officer needed for a long term vacancy in Liverpool

Your new company
Hays education are proudly working in partnership with a large school in Liverpool, supporting them with the recruitment of an attendance officer to join their team. The role will initially be on a temporary basis with scope to become permanent for the right person.

Your new role
Your key duties will include, but will not be limited to:
  • To manage data relating to the attendance and punctuality of students at school and in lessons and to manage and monitor tracking systems.
  • To develop and maintain specialist knowledge of attendance issues and best practice and provide advice and guidance to the SLT on matters relating to attendance. Interpret matters of policy and statute to ensure the school’s compliance and initiate appropriate action. Develop expertise in all processes and procedures for the purpose of raising standards.
  • To deal with attendance issues effectively and support other staff to do the same.
  • To assist the Data Manager in completing census returns on attendance by chasing outstanding unexplained absences on key dates each year.
  • Maintain appropriate records and case files on individual students.
  • To manage formal non-attendance procedures.

What you’ll need to succeed
  • An enhanced DBS, or willingness to get one
  • Experience using SIMS or similar systems
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills
  • Data analysis skills to identify trends and areas for improvement
  • Knowledge of attendance legislation and guidance (Not essential, but beneficial)

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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