Archway Learning Trust Β· Nottingham
Develop specialist knowledge of attendance and
punctuality issues and best practice. Manage and monitor the completion of registers
ensuring all registers are completed timely and accurately following up on
missing marks and records of reason for absence. Undertake first day absence calls/texts and log
information effectively. Liaise with parents/carers by telephone and in
person regarding attendance issues including sensitive requests for medical
evidence following absences. Be proficient and responsible for the use of
Academy attendance monitoring software and any system this feeds into for
stator reporting such as the MIS for the school census returns. Supporting the Attendance Improvement Manager
with administrative tasks relating to attendance, including the organisation,
communication and coordination of any events relating to attendance, including
the production of certificates, booking of reward trips and any other
initiatives relating to improving and maintaining outstanding attendance. Produce and provide meaningful and accurate
reports on student attendance and punctuality on daily, weekly, termly and
annual basis to facilitate and support effective short, medium and long term
strategic decision making. Be fully aware of and carry out all work in line
with Child Protection/Safeguarding procedures. Manage your own work load in line with the
Academy priorities. Maintain a good working knowledge of the
statutory framework and any policies and procedures relating to school
attendance, child employment, child protection and special needs etc. To undertake a comprehensive range of
administration tasks, ensuring that work is prioritised and deadlines are met. Undertake general office duties within the
attendance office, answering telephone calls, face to face enquiries,
photocopying, minute taking etc. Enter and retrieve data relating to students
onto the MIS and other software packages as required. Scanning and filing letters onto the system. Ensure all letter 1βs and letter 2βs are sent
out to parents of identified students of persistent absence. Ensure messages are sent out to parents of
absentees. Undertaking any other duties which may
reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the duties and
responsibilities/grade of the post as defined. Provide first aid assistance to staff, students
and visitors.