Attendance Officer

Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting young people? Aureus School are looking for an Attendance Officer to join our established Pastoral team and play a key role in maintaining accurate student attendance records and ensuring every child has the best opportunity to succeed. Your Opportunity Working under the guidance of the Senior Leadership Team, and working closely with the Home School Link Worker; you will be responsible for monitoring and recording attendance data, liaising with families, teachers, the pastoral team and external agencies to promote good attendance and punctuality. This is a fast paced rewarding role that requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail and a methodical approach. The successful candidate will be expected to respect the need for confidentiality that exists when working in a school environment and will enjoy the rewards of working within a friendly and co-operative team. Please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details

About Aureus School

Aureus School is an 11-16 co-educational comprehensive school. In its most recent Ofsted inspection (October 2024), Aureus School was graded good in all areas. We firmly believe that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, and our approach is driven by a belief in a comprehensive education centred around high expectations for all. As a community, we believe in creating a learning environment that is both engaging and exciting, with an education that challenges our students to think critically and push boundaries. There is no limit to what our students can achieve, and we provide the necessary support and resources so that everyone can succeed. As a purpose-built school, opened in 2017, Aureus has brand new technology using the latest equipment to enhance the students' learning experience. Our mission is simple: Cultivating ambition; high standards for all. We are committed to providing an exceptional learning environment that empowers all of our students to succeed. Our vision and core values of Ambition, Resilience and Respect guide every aspect of our educational journey, ensuring that each student’s experience is marked by excellence, ambition and unwavering high standards. Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team. Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness

43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England

We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity

Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Work life and family friendly policies

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Career pathways and talent management

Access to a staff benefits portal

Community and collaboration working model

The Details Start date: January 2027 Contract type: Permanent, Term Time Only Salary: GLF Specialist 1 £28,009 (actual £25,099) Hours : 37.5 hours per week, 39 weeks (term time only) with a working pattern of 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday Closing date for advert: 6th November 2026 at 9.30am

Interview Date: TBC

We reserve the right to close the vacancy at any time so early applications are recommended