Attendance Clerk

Purpose of the Role The primary purpose of the role is the monitoring and recording of attendance and ensuring accurate and timely completion of registration each day. In addition to attendance recording, the postholder will monitor and report on attendance, having full regard to legislation as well as DfE and school targets. They will prepare reports and analyse data for the Safeguarding Team, Senior Leadership Team (SLT), Heads of Year, Tutors and the Local Authority. The postholder will identify pupils requiring additional support and, in liaison with the Attendance Champion and SLT, establish and monitor appropriate interventions. As one of the first points of contact at the School, the Attendance Officer will possess excellent interpersonal skills, have a high standard of presentation and be confident and proficient in delivering a high level of customer service. The successful applicant will be adaptable and have the capability to remain calm and approachable in the busiest working environments, whilst maintaining high standards. The Attendance Officer will be a self-starter, willing to learn and understand the different requirements of the role, and committed to providing a first-class service to parents, visitors and members of staff.