We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Walsall to assist with the appointment of an Attendance Officer, on a 5.5-month contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Rate of Pay: £17.35 - £20.08 per hour

Summary:

The Attendance Officer (Traded Support) role is responsible for working with schools, children, and families to improve school attendance, reduce persistent absence, and ensure children receive their education. The role involves managing a caseload, carrying out home and school visits, supporting parents and schools, and working within a statutory framework using a restorative approach.

Responsibilities:

• Work with schools, children, and families to improve attendance and reduce persistent absence.
• Conduct home visits, parental meetings, and attendance interventions.
• Manage a caseload and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Build effective relationships with schools, families, and partner agencies.
• Support schools in promoting attendance and participation.
• Analyse attendance data and maintain accurate case records.

Essentials:

• Experience working with children, young people, and families.
• Experience within an educational setting, including attendance support.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational, report writing, and case management skills.
• Proficiency in IT systems for record keeping and data analysis.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK Driving Licence, access to a vehicle, and business insurance.
• Ability to provide advice and support verbally in clear and accurate spoken English.

Please note:

• You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
• You should have right to work in U.K
• This role requires an Enhanced DBS

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service.

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