Job Description

Start Date:

asap

Salary:

21,017.48 Actual (25,331.59 FTE)

Contract:

37 hours per week / 38 weeks per year

Closing Date:

4th August 2025

Interview date:

w/c 11th August 2025

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? We are seeking a dedicated Attendance Officer to support the college in raising student progress by improving attendance and reducing persistent absence. The role involves providing a specialist attendance service within the curriculum that promotes positive attitudes toward education among students and their families.

The role involves monitoring and recording student attendance, developing and implementing attendance improvement plans, and fostering a positive and inclusive college environment.

If you have relevant qualifications, experience working with SEND learners, and a commitment to equality, empowerment, and respect, we would love to hear from you!

Join us in creating an inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive

About Us

Homefield College is an independent specialist college and a charity that offers education, care and support to people with learning and communication difficulties.

We have several sites in Leicestershire along with a provision in Nuneaton.

We can offer you:

A friendly and supportive working environment with enthusiastic and dedicated leaders.

Focused support on your wellbeing - we have partnered with Health Assured to offer free counselling and support to our staff.

Access to continual professional development to help you grow and develop in your role.

Cycle 2 Work scheme and eligibility for discount cards.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities.

Contributory pension & generous paid holiday allowance

Safeguarding Statement

Homefield College promotes equality and diversity, and are a Disability Confident committed employer. All our employees are recruited on their merits, abilities and suitability for the role, complying with all relevant legislation, recommendations and guidance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expect all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to child protection screening, including checks with past employers and enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.

We look forward to hearing from you!

In line with our safeguarding practices, we are unable to accept CVs and ask that you complete an Application Form in order for your application to be considered.

This position is subject to child protection screening, including checks with past employers and enhanced Disclosure and Barring check. We will also complete an online search on all shortlisted candidates.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 21,017.48 per year

Expected hours: 37 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: ATT123
Expected start date: 18/08/2025