City of York Council
Attendance Officer
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Attendance Officer
York High School is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team as an Attendance Officer. The successful candidate will liaise with students, families, and staff to remove any significant barriers to students attending school, and will work with Pastoral and SEN leaders to improve the attendance of identified students.
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Responsibilities:
- Communicate effectively with students, parents/carers, staff, and external agencies as required.
- Travel independently to the homes of pupils (requires own vehicle and insurance for business use).
- Approachable and able to work collaboratively with parents/carers.
- Working knowledge of our school Management Information System (Arbor) is advantageous, but training will be provided.
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Benefits:
- Supportive working environment.
- Range of staff benefits.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
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The trust will be undertaking a job evaluation exercise in the near future, and therefore, the grade for this position may change.
How to Apply:
We would strongly encourage any prospective candidate to visit the school. Please email Dawn Becton at d.becton@yorkhigh.elt.org.uk if you would like to arrange a visit to the school.
Further details about our school and an application form are available on our school website: www.yorkhighschool.co.uk
Safeguarding:
Excel Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
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Application Process:
An application form, job description, and person specification are available on the Trust Website https://excellearningtrust.org.uk/careers/.
Please email applications to recruitment@elt.org.uk marked for the attention of Mr Gavin Kumar, Principal.
Deadline:
Closing date: Sunday 26 July 2026 at 12 midnight
Interview date: Week commencing 27 July 2026
Disclaimer:
City of York Council (CYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools, academies, and external organisations (third parties). CYC are not responsible for the recruitment and employment practices of these third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment or employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.
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