Attendance & Family Support Officer

Purpose of the Role

To improve student attendance by working directly with students, families, tutors, and school staff to identify and overcome barriers to attendance. This is a highly visible, relationship-focused role that prioritises face-to-face engagement with students and parents, alongside close collaboration with school staff. The postholder will provide early intervention, conduct home visits, facilitate attendance meetings, and deliver practical support to help students attend school regularly and achieve their full potential. The role complements the work of the school's Attendance Officer, who is responsible for the majority of attendance administration and data management.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive individual who enjoys working directly with young people, families, and staff. The successful candidate will spend much of their time engaging with students, telephoning and meeting parents, attending attendance meetings, conducting home visits, and working alongside tutors and pastoral staff to improve attendance. They will play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to school and ensuring every child has the best possible opportunity to succeed.