Attendance Officer - Torquay, Devon

School Attendance Officer | ASAP Start | Torquay, Devon

Supportive, professional, and dedicated to student participation.

A picturesque and welcoming school in Torquay is looking for a Attendance Officer to join them as soon as possible. This role is perfect for someone with a background in social work, policing, or school administration who enjoys working directly with the community to achieve positive outcomes.

The Snapshot

• Location: Torquay, Devon (Easy access from Paignton and Newton Abbot)

• Salary: £24,000 – £27,500 (dependent on experience)

• Contract: Permanent, Term-time only

• Start Date: Immediate

Detailed Responsibilities

• Frontline Response: Responding to "missing in education" alerts and working quickly to locate students who are not in school without a prior notification.

• Home-School Liaison: Building strong, trusting relationships with "hard-to-reach" families to improve the school's reputation and engagement levels.

• In-School Support: Working with the SENCO to ensure students with additional needs have the necessary adjustments to facilitate their attendance.

• Record Keeping: Maintaining meticulous notes on all parental contact and home visits to ensure a clear audit trail for the Local Authority.

How to Apply

If you are a practical, reliable professional looking for a stable role in a school that values your contribution, please submit your CV today.