Attendance Officer
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Bradford, West Yorkshire |
| Area | Bradford, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Secondary Education - Support Staff/ Supervisor |
| Salary | £100 - £130 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | AttendanceBD_1787320804 |
| Job Views | 10 |
- Description
Attendance Officer - Full-Time, Long-Term Role
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire Start Date: September 2026 Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Employer: Veritas Education (on behalf of a partner secondary school)
About the Role
Veritas Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in the Bradford area to recruit a dedicated and organised Attendance Officer for a full-time, long-term position starting in September 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong administrative and communication skills to play a vital role in supporting student attendance, punctuality, and engagement. The successful candidate will work closely with students, parents/carers, pastoral teams, and senior leaders to promote excellent attendance and help remove barriers to education.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and record daily student attendance and punctuality
- Follow up on student absences and lateness with parents/carers
- Maintain accurate attendance records using school management systems
- Produce attendance reports for pastoral teams and senior leaders
- Work with students and families to improve attendance levels
- Support attendance interventions and action plans
- Liaise with external agencies where appropriate
- Ensure compliance with school policies and attendance procedures
- Promote a culture of high attendance and positive engagement across the school
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience in a school, administrative, or attendance-related role is desirable
- Strong organisational and data management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Confident using school management systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Professional, approachable, and able to build positive relationships
- Able to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
What the School Offers
- A supportive and welcoming staff team
- Strong leadership and pastoral support structures
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- A positive and inclusive school culture
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact on student outcomes and wellbeing
Why Work with Veritas Education?
- Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant
- Competitive rates of pay
- Access to a wide network of schools across West Yorkshire
- Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
- A straightforward and supportive registration process
Additional Opportunities
Alongside this role, Veritas Education is currently recruiting for a range of school-based positions, including:
- Cover Supervisors
- Teaching Assistants
- Learning Support Assistants
- Behaviour Support Officers
- SEN Support Staff
- Unqualified Teachers
- Supply Teachers
- Pastoral Support Workers
We have full-time, part-time, long-term, and temporary opportunities available across West Yorkshire.
How to Apply / Contact
For further information or to apply for this position, please contact:
Sam Waddington ???? swaddington@veritas-education.com ???? 0113 403 2200
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
