Job Introduction
Make every day count
Banister Primary School is a vibrant, diverse and forward-thinking school. Guided by our values of Belief, Pride and Success, we are committed to ensuring every child thrives.
We are seeking a professional and committed Attendance Officer to play a vital role in improving attendance, safeguarding pupils and supporting the school office.
About the role
You will:
- Lead daily attendance processes and first-day response
- Work with families to improve attendance and punctuality
- Monitor and analyse attendance data
- Support safeguarding systems and procedures
- Work collaboratively with external agencies
- Provide administrative and reception support
What we are looking for
Someone who:
- Shares our values of Belief, Pride and Success
- Has strong communication and organisational skills
- Is resilient and solution-focused
- Builds positive relationships with families
- Maintains high expectations
- Works effectively as part of a team
Why join us
- Supportive and inclusive team
- Strong safeguarding culture
- Opportunities to influence school improvement
- Commitment to staff wellbeing
Make a difference—ensuring every child attends, believes and succeeds.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
Visits to the School
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the School Business Manager at sbm@banisterschool.co.uk to arrange a visit.
Interview date: Monday 13th July
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
