Job Description

Westminster Academy is seeking a proactive and dedicated

Attendance Officer

to play a key role in supporting and improving student attendance across the school. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' education by helping them overcome barriers to learning and promoting a culture of punctuality, consistency, and engagement.

As Attendance Officer, you will:

Monitor, analyse, and report on student attendance using our management systems (Arbor). Communicate effectively with students, parents/carers, and staff to ensure a robust approach to attendance and punctuality. Work closely with the AVP and Education Welfare Officer to design, implement, and evaluate attendance interventions. Build positive relationships with families to support students where attendance is a concern, conducting home visits when necessary. Collaborate with external agencies and the Local Authority where appropriate, including managing Fixed Penalty Notice referrals and CME procedures. Provide accurate data and reports to inform SLT decisions and contribute to whole-school improvement.

About You

You will be an organised, approachable, and confident communicator who thrives on building relationships and making a difference. With strong attention to detail and a solution-focused mindset, you will be able to manage competing priorities, identify trends, and take initiative to improve outcomes. Experience in an educational setting and knowledge of attendance legislation and DfE guidance would be advantageous.

Why Join Westminster Academy?

At Westminster Academy, we believe in transforming lives through education. You'll join a supportive and committed team, working in a vibrant, inclusive community where every student is encouraged to succeed. We offer ongoing professional development and the opportunity to be part of a school that values innovation, collaboration, and care.

The working basis of this role is 8.00am - 4.00pm, Monday to Friday during Term Time + 1 week inset.

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Westminster Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check amongst other pre-employment checks.

Interviews will be conducted on an on-going basis and conclude once a suitable candidate has been appointed - early applications are encouraged.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,215.00-34,211.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person