Job Title: Attendance Officer
Location: Chesterfield
Pay Rate: £110 - £130 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time

Do you have strong knowledge of school attendance procedures and the confidence to support students and families through both in-school and outreach work?

GSL Education are currently recruiting a proactive and organised Attendance Officer to join a supportive school environment in Chesterfield. This full-time position involves collaborating closely with pupils, families, and school staff to improve attendance through detailed monitoring and home visits.

Role Overview:
As an Attendance Officer, you will be responsible for tracking and analysing attendance data, conducting home visits when needed, and working with families to overcome barriers to regular attendance. You will play a crucial role in supporting pupils’ welfare and safeguarding through consistent attendance monitoring.

Responsibilities as an Attendance Officer:

• Monitor and analyse attendance data to spot trends and concerns.
• Conduct home visits to engage with families and address attendance barriers.
• Work closely with school staff, pastoral teams, and external agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Promote positive attendance habits and follow school policy for unauthorised absence.

Requirements for Attendance Officer:

• Comprehensive knowledge of school attendance policies and procedures.
• Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting, preferably in attendance or pastoral roles.
• Confidence to conduct home visits and represent the school professionally.
• Full UK driving license with business insurance (essential).
• An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years (with no unexplained gaps).
• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
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GSL Education Offers:

• Competitive daily pay rates based on your experience.
• Personalised support from experienced education consultants.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• A people-first, ethical approach to recruitment.

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 providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

To apply for the Attendance Officer role or express your interest, click ‘apply now’ and send your updated CV. One of our consultants will be in touch to discuss your application.