The Role
Manage and improve student attendance by following up unexplained absences, collaborating with tutors and welfare teams, communicating with learners and parents, tracking attendance data, monitoring at-risk students, and supporting attendance interventions and reporting.
Summary Generated by Built In
We’re thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an Attendance Officer to join our vibrant Functional Skills and GCSE teams' attendance at Sandwell College. This full-time role, fixed term until December 2026 role is perfect for someone passionate about supporting students and ensuring their success through excellent attendance and punctuality.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensuring all unexplained absences are followed up and resolved promptly
- Collaborating with course tutors to identify and support students with attendance challenges
- Communicating effectively with parents, learners, and carers to address attendance concerns
- Using college data to track attendance trends, maintain accurate records, and report on progress
- Monitoring students on the at-risk register and liaising with Welfare and Student Support Teams to implement improvement strategies
- Attending meetings and contributing to discussions on attendance strategies and interventions
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
- Experience working with learners or young people
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, with a keen eye for detail in record-keeping
- Experience working within educational settings or with cross-college teams
- Familiarity with attendance monitoring systems or data analysis tools
Benefits
✅ Top-Tier Salaries – We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around
🏖 Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas – because work-life balance is essential
🚀 Fast-Track Your Career – Take advantage of dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed
🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute
💆♀️ Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services – Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more
🏋 Fitness Perks – Enjoy our college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best
💰 Generous Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles
🛍 Retail & Travel Discounts – Unlock exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount
📜 Free Will Writing – We’ve got your back with professional support for your future planning
💉 Free Flu Vaccine – Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you
🧘 Wellbeing Support – Access confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support your mental and emotional health
🏆 We Celebrate You! – We recognise and appreciate your hard work with awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year.
🏖 Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas – because work-life balance is essential
🚀 Fast-Track Your Career – Take advantage of dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed
🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute
💆♀️ Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services – Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more
🏋 Fitness Perks – Enjoy our college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best
💰 Generous Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles
🛍 Retail & Travel Discounts – Unlock exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount
📜 Free Will Writing – We’ve got your back with professional support for your future planning
💉 Free Flu Vaccine – Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you
🧘 Wellbeing Support – Access confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support your mental and emotional health
🏆 We Celebrate You! – We recognise and appreciate your hard work with awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year.
About
Sandwell Family of Colleges is a group of educational institutions located in the West Midlands region of England, offering a diverse range of courses and programs to cater to various interests and career aspirations. The family comprises of Sandwell College, Cadbury Sixth Form College, Central St Michael, Professional Academy, Central St Michaels Science, Engineering and Manufacturing Centre. With state-of-the-art facilities, experienced teaching staff, and a commitment to student success, the Sandwell Family of Colleges provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment, enabling individuals to pursue their educational and career goals effectively. Sandwell Family of Colleges is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We have robust policies and procedures in place to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for all our students and staff. At Sandwell Family of Colleges, we believe that creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment is essential for enabling our students to thrive academically and personally. We are unwavering in our commitment to safeguarding and will continue to uphold the highest standards to protect the most vulnerable members of our community.Please note that as part of our onboarding process, you will be required to either undergo an Enhanced DBS check or provide your existing Enhanced DBS certificate if you are registered with the Update Service.We expect all applicants to be fully transparent about any information that may be disclosed as part of this check so that we can discuss it at the earliest opportunity. For more information on what may show on your Enhanced DBS check please visit: https://vetting.com/blog/what-shows-and-doesnt-on-a-dbs-check/ We reserve the right to close this job vacancy before the advertised application deadline.
Skills Required
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
- Experience working with learners or young people
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience working within educational settings or with cross-college teams
- Familiarity with attendance monitoring systems or data analysis tools
- Strong record-keeping and data tracking skills
- Enhanced DBS check (or existing certificate via Update Service)
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The Company
What We Do
Sandwell College aims to provide an exceptional, innovative, and inspirational teaching and learning experience for individual success, and to deliver high-quality education and training programs to improve life chances and economic prosperity.
