Attendance Officer – Secondary School
Location: South East London
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time (36 hours per week), Term Time Only + INSET Days
ANZUK Education is partnering with a well-established secondary school in South East London to recruit a committed and detail-oriented Attendance Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of attendance processes and work closely with pastoral teams to drive improvements in student engagement, punctuality, and overall attendance.
About our Partner
Our partner school is a supportive and forward-thinking secondary setting with a strong leadership team and a clear focus on student wellbeing and achievement. Staff work collaboratively to maintain high standards and create a positive learning environment for all pupils.
The Role – Attendance Officer
You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of student attendance, ensuring accurate recording, timely follow-up on absences, and effective communication with families. The role plays a key part in identifying trends, supporting interventions, and promoting a culture of high attendance expectations across the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the daily attendance process, ensuring registers are completed accurately and on time
- Follow up on absences by liaising with parents and carers
- Maintain and manage attendance data using the school’s MIS system
- Work alongside pastoral and safeguarding teams to address persistent absence
- Produce attendance reports and highlight key concerns to senior leadership
- Support whole-school strategies and initiatives to improve attendance
Role Requirements – Ideal Candidate Will:
- Have experience in an Attendance Officer role or similar within a school setting
- Demonstrate strong administrative and organisational skills
- Be a confident communicator, able to handle sensitive conversations
- Have experience using SIMS, Arbor, or similar MIS systems
- Be able to work independently while contributing to a wider team
- Show a professional, reliable, and solution-focused approach
- Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one)
- Have a valid Right to Work in the UK
Benefits
- Supportive and collaborative secondary school environment
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Strong focus on staff wellbeing
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student outcomes
About ANZUK Education
ANZUK Education is dedicated to creating exceptional experiences in education. We connect talented professionals with schools that value collaboration, inclusivity, and high-quality support, offering fair and transparent employment opportunities.
ANZUK Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and compliance checks. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. Each individual will be assessed on merit alone.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
