School Attendance Officer (Tower Hamlets)

Are you passionate about ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive through regular school attendance? Do you have experience working with SIMS and a strong understanding of school attendance policies? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

Position: School Attendance Officer
Location: Tower Hamlets
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and organized School Attendance Officer to join our team in Tower Hamlets. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting high levels of student attendance and punctuality, working closely with school staff, parents, and external agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitoring and tracking student attendance and punctuality using SIMS (School Information Management System)
• Identifying patterns of absenteeism and working with families to address concerns
• Communicating with parents/carers regarding attendance issues
• Collaborating with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies to support students
• Ensuring compliance with government attendance regulations
• Maintaining accurate records and preparing reports as required

Requirements:

• Proven experience working with SIMS
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience working in a school environment or similar setting is desirable
• Knowledge of attendance policies and safeguarding procedures is an advantage

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and dynamic school community
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Make a tangible difference in students' lives by promoting a positive learning environment

How to Apply:

If you are ready to contribute to our mission of supporting students and improving attendance, please send your CV to (url removed)