Attendance Officer

Job Advert – Full-Time Attendance Officer
Location: Amble, Northumberland
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-Time, Ongoing
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in Amble to recruit a proactive and organised Attendance Officer to join their team before October half term.

This is a key role within the school, focused on improving pupil attendance and punctuality, working closely with staff, pupils, and families to support student engagement and achievement.

The Role:

• Monitoring daily student attendance and punctuality.
• Maintaining accurate records and producing reports for senior staff.
• Liaising with parents/carers to follow up on absences.
• Working with pastoral teams and external agencies to address attendance concerns.
• Supporting the school’s safeguarding procedures and promoting a culture of high expectations.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience working in a school office or administrative role (attendance experience desirable).
• Strong IT skills, with the ability to use school MIS systems effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families, and staff.
• A proactive, organised, and solution-focused approach.

What Teaching Personnel Offer:

• Competitive pay, paid weekly.
• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities.
• A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
• The chance to make a real impact on pupils’ lives in a supportive school environment.

If you are an organised and motivated individual looking for a rewarding full-time role as an Attendance Officer in Amble, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV and a short covering note to Teaching Personnel today.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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