Job Description

Attendance Officer
Location: Tower Hamlets
Salary: £100 - £130 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long Term

GSL Education London Branch is looking for a dedicated and experienced Attendance Officer to join a comprehensive girls' school in Tower Hamlets. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong experience and knowledge of SIMS to make a real impact in a vibrant and supportive school environment.

• Monitor and manage daily student attendance records.
• Identify and follow up on absences promptly using SIMS software.
• Communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external agencies regarding attendance matters.
• Prepare reports on attendance trends for senior leadership.
• Support the school s safeguarding team by flagging concerns related to attendance.
• Help implement strategies to improve overall attendance rates.
• Ensure compliance with school policies and legal requirements.

• Proven experience as an Attendance Officer in a school setting.
• Proficiency in using SIMS software is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A commitment to promoting good attendance and punctuality.

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• A dedicated team of consultants offering personalised support.
• Opportunities to work in a variety of schools and develop your career.
• A supportive and professional working environment.
• Equal opportunities for applicants from all community members.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information or to register your interest in the Attendance Officer role, or to be considered, please click apply now to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.