Attendance Officers

Attendance Officers - Secondary Schools in Hammersmith and Fulham

Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Term: Temporary with long-term opportunities available
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier)
Salary: £14.00-£16.00 per hour (depending on experience, paid via PAYE)

Tradewind Recruitment / SANZA Teaching Agency is working with several vibrant and inclusive secondary schools in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham to recruit experienced Attendance Officers.

This is an excellent opportunity for skilled school support professionals who are confident using SIMS and understand the importance of school attendance in driving student outcomes.

About the Role

The Attendance Officer plays a vital role in promoting high levels of student attendance and punctuality. Working closely with pastoral teams, parents, and external agencies, the successful candidate will monitor, track, and report on attendance data while supporting students to re-engage with their learning.

Key responsibilities as Attendance Officers would include:

• Monitoring daily attendance and following up on unexplained absences using SIMS.
• Making phone calls and sending communications to parents/carers regarding student absence.
• Maintaining accurate attendance records and producing attendance reports for senior leaders.
• Liaising with Heads of Year, Safeguarding Leads, and the Local Authority where attendance concerns arise.
• Supporting attendance panels, home visits, and intervention plans where necessary.
• Promoting a positive attendance culture across the school community.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory attendance procedures and safeguarding policies.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working in a school environment (essential).
• Strong knowledge and use of SIMS to manage and report attendance data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - able to build rapport with students, families, and colleagues.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to handle confidential data responsibly.
• A proactive and organised approach to managing multiple tasks.
• A genuine commitment to improving student wellbeing and outcomes.

Why Work with Tradewind / SANZA?

• Access to varied roles across high-achieving schools in Hammersmith and Fulham.
• A dedicated consultant who understands your skills and supports your goals.
• Free, unlimited CPD and training via The National College, including safeguarding and attendance-specific courses.
• PAYE-only pay - no umbrella companies, no hidden deductions.
• Flexible placements to suit your availability and lifestyle.
• Easy-to-use online timesheet system for stress-free admin.

How to Apply

If you have a passion for supporting young people and the experience to thrive in a school office, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact: Seema Parbat -
Email:

Click "Apply Now" to submit your interest today.

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• We champion fair pay - securing the best rates for your experience.
• We invest in your development - 2,500+ CPD courses at your fingertips.
• We listen to your needs - daily supply, long-term and permanent roles available.
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