Attendance Officer

Smestow Academy, Windmill Cres, Castlecroft, Wolverhampton WV3 8HU

32 Hours | Term Time Only | Monday to Friday

Start Date: September 2026

Actual Starting Salary: £23,200.02 (FTE £31,187)

The role:
Are you a highly organised and motivated individual? If so, we may have a great opportunity for you. Smestow Academy are seeking to appoint an Attendance Officer to increase the capacity of support offered to promote excellent attendance.

You will work alongside key school staff, including the other Attendance Officers, to reduce levels of absence and work with children and families to improve levels of attendance across the school. You will address attendance and punctuality issues, investigate persistent absence and provide direct support to senior staff within the school. You will also be responsible for producing legal packs.

About you:

The successful candidate will play important role in the school community working to improve and maintain high levels of attendance. Your skillset and experience will include:

• Previous experience working within an admin or supportive role within an educational setting;

• A secure knowledge and understanding of the education system;

• Having excellent organisational skills and being a proactive team-player;

• Being able to build a strong rapport with pupils, parents and staff.

  Being able to drive a school minibus.

Please see job description for full list of skills, requirements and duties.

About us:
Smestow Academy is dedicated to helping every child achieve their full potential by providing a high-quality education based on the principle of treating every pupil as we would our own family. We encourage pupils to be the best version of themselves through a focus on learning, improvement, and high expectations, while promoting manners, respect, and personal responsibility. With the support of committed staff and strong partnerships with parents, Smestow Academy fosters happy, confident, and motivated learners, preparing them for future success in top universities, sought-after apprenticeships, or high-quality employment.

 
We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.  

To apply directly, please complete our application form on My New Term.  

You may also wish to contact Headteacher Ian Chamberlain:  ichamberlain@smestowacademy.co.uk. to arrange an informal look at the school.   

Application Deadline: 6th July 2026

Please note that suitable candidates will be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.