Attendance Officer

The Attendance Officer is responsible for maintaining accurate attendance records for students in Years 7 - 11 as stipulated by legislation. The Attendance Officer works within the Pastoral Support Base, alongside the Student Support Officer, working closely with staff, students and parents/carers.

This role is ideal for you if you have strong organisational skills and a good eye for detail. You should be able to demonstrate excellent IT, communication and administrative skills. The ability to work calmly, professionally and efficiently under pressure is essential. Experience of working in a similar role or in an education setting would be advantageous but is not essential.

The preferred working pattern for this role is 08.00 - 16.00, Monday to Friday. However, some flexibility on timings can be offered and discussed at the interview.

Ofsted (2024) commented “Pupils’ enthusiasm and excitement towards their learning is evident…Pupils conduct and manners are exemplary. They help and support their peers to do well. It is common practice to hold doors open for others and behave in a friendly, courteous manner. Adults enforce clear learning routines. Pupils sensibly transition between activities”.

We can offer:

• A competitive salary with London fringe allowance and Local Government Pension Scheme

• Bespoke CPD to suit your career goals

• Staff well-being initiatives include an online GP service, an Employee Assistance Programme, subsidised use of an on-site electric vehicle charging and complimentary use of a new on-site fitness suite.

• An admission policy prioritising the children of staff (conditions will apply).

• Lovely school grounds in leafy surroundings with ample parking.

Parmiter’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all members of staff to share this commitment. Applicants must declare any criminal convictions as the post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Disclosure and Barring Service and references from previous employers. We are required to conduct online searches for shortlisted candidates in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance in order to identify any incidents or concerns which are publicly available online. We are an Equal Opportunities employer.