Trust Attendance Officer

Trust Attendance Officer (Aldridge Education)

Salary: £40,777- £44,075

Application Deadline: Tuesday, 25th August 2026

Interview Date: 1st September 2026

Expected Working Start Date: September 2026

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Is a Shared Job: No

About us

Aldridge Education is a charitable Trust of entrepreneurial community schools and colleges that help young people to reach their potential. We support our schools’ Principals and teachers in rapidly improving the quality of education across early years, primary, secondary and sixth-form phases to transform the life chances of our students.

Job Description

Overall Purpose of the Role: 

This post is located within the Trust’s national team.  The post has been created to support those responsible for attendance in our academies to rapidly improve it, creating safe environments which ensure learners thrive, and those at risk of poor attendance are supported effectively to attend school, feel seen, heard and valued.   The post combines a general responsibility for attendance at all schools with a focused prioritisation of two schools at any time where extra time is given to set up and drive strong attendance practice.

Be prepared to travel nationally

Essential Criteria

• Maths and English GCSE at 4 or higher
• Educated to Level 3 with the equivalent of 3 A levels
• Evidence over time of a commitment to ongoing learning and training in specialist areas linked to this JD
• Working with young people, including the most vulnerable, those with ACEs and barriers preventing their ability to thrive
• Experience as an Attendance Manager/leader in a school or local authority setting
• Experience as an EWO in a school or local authority setting
• Proven impact in previous roles which has resulted in high levels of attendance over a sustained period of time.
• A strong background in organisation and administration
• Knowledge SEMH needs and mental health provisions and programmes
• Experience working with vulnerable families and learners across a range of ages, settings and situations
• A robust awareness of safeguarding, keeping children safe, noticing welfare concerns, and understanding how and when to take appropriate action. 
• Understanding of how poor attendance links to safeguarding 

Benefits

Key Benefits of working for Aldridge Education

Looking for a fulfilling career with great perks? Here's why working for Aldridge Education is the right choice for you:

• Aldridge Benefits Scheme – Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and stay fit with our bike-friendly benefits.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it.
• Flexible Working Opportunities – Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you.
• Free On-Site Parking – No more hunting for parking, we’ve got your spot covered.
• Generous Annual Leave – Start with a great holiday allowance, and it gets even better after 5 years!
• Pension Schemes – Secure your future with access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Refer a Friend Scheme – Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them on board!

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Aldridge Education, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.