Attendance Officer – Mixed Secondary School (Croydon)

About the position

Attendance Officer – Mixed Secondary School (Croydon) Location: Croydon Start Date: January 2026 Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive (based on experience) A vibrant, inclusive mixed secondary school in Croydon is seeking a proactive Attendance Officer to join their pastoral and safeguarding team from January. About the School This school is well-regarded for its strong community values and exceptional care for students. With a collaborative staff team and supportive leadership, the school places high importance on attendance, wellbeing, and student engagement. Key Responsibilities Monitor daily student attendance and punctuality, following up on absences in line with safeguarding procedures. Liaise with parents/carers, support services, and pastoral teams to improve attendance outcomes. Maintain and update attendance databases, generating reports for senior leadership. Support the implementation of attendance strategies across the school. Requirements Previous experience in an attendance, administrative, or pastoral role. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail. Understanding of safeguarding and school attendance legislation (desirable).

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