Attendance Support Officer

Full-time Human Resources

3-4 month contract role with a local authority

This is a 3-4 month contract role with a local authority aimed at enhancing the attendance, engagement, attainment, and wellbeing of children and young people. The Attendance Support Officer is instrumental in promoting regular school attendance by collaborating with schools, families, and partner agencies to identify and mitigate barriers to education. This role involves supporting vulnerable pupils, implementing intervention strategies, conducting home visits, and ensuring adherence to attendance legislation. Additionally, the position contributes to safeguarding children and fostering positive educational outcomes within the local authority.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with schools, education settings, parents, carers, and Education Social Workers to address attendance issues and determine suitable interventions.
• Conduct home visits to ascertain reasons for absence and assist pupils in retur...