Attendance Officer

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: No

Closing Date: 01/05/2026

Location: Smithills, Bolton (Greater Manchester)

Contract Type: Full Time, Temporary (1 month initial with potential to extend)

Start Date: 13/04/2026

Salary: £100-140 per day (PAYE)

Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Monday-Friday)

The Opportunity: Are you a resilient, highly organised administrative professional with a passion for supporting vulnerable young people?

We are a leading Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) in Bolton, part of a dedicated specialist trust that provides a "fresh start" for students with complex Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

We are seeking an Attendance & Admin Officer to join our front office team.

This is a vital role where you will act as the bridge between the school and our families, ensuring every child has the support they need to attend and engage with their education.

The Role: In a PRU environment, attendance is about more than just data, it's about safeguarding and relationship building.

You will be responsible for the daily management of student attendance records while working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to identify and support students at risk of persistent absence.

• Data Management: Utilise Arbor to accurately input and monitor daily attendance marks.
• Tracking & Analysis: Monitor patterns of absence and produce reports in line with statutory requirements.
• Home Visits: Conduct professional home visits to meet with families, identify barriers to attendance, and provide a supportive link back to the school.
• Liaison: Act as a point of contact for Local Authority attendance teams and external agencies.
• General Admin: Provide high quality administrative support to the school office as required.

• Arbor Experience (Essential): Proven proficiency in using Arbor for attendance and student records.
• School Experience: A background in a school office, attendance, or pastoral role-specifically within a PRU or SEMH setting-is highly advantageous.
• Statutory Knowledge: A deep understanding of school attendance legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Resilience: The ability to remain calm and professional in a high intensity environment.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the empathy required to conduct home visits and the confidence to hold difficult conversations.
• Other: An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for a new one). References covering the last 2 years of employment.

• Competitive Pay: £140 per day, paid via PAYE.
• Specialist Environment: Gain invaluable experience within a renowned specialist trust.
• Work Life Balance: Consistent term time hours with a supportive team.
• Immediate Start: Secure a role starting straight after the Easter break.

Apply today by submitting your CV or contacting Aaron Jones at Randstad Education on . Randstad Education is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the safeguarding of children.

All candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references.

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