Behavioural Attendance Officer

Smile Education is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Behavioural Attendance Officer to join a school in the Rochdale area. This role is crucial in promoting and ensuring positive student attendance and behaviour across the school.

We are particularly keen to hear from ex-police officers, former members of the armed forces, or individuals with experience in roles involving public safety, law enforcement, or conflict resolution. Your background will equip you with the skills needed to manage and positively influence student behaviour while supporting a safe and productive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and track student attendance, identify patterns of absenteeism or lateness
• Work closely with students, parents, and staff to address attendance issues and develop strategies for improvement
• Engage with students displaying challenging behaviours, providing mentorship and guidance to help them stay engaged in their education
• Work collaboratively with the school’s pastoral team to support students with behavioural issues, helping to implement behaviour plans
• Conduct home visits when necessary to address persistent attendance issues and liaise with external agencies when required
• Develop positive relationships with parents, carers, and local authorities to encourage improved student attendance and behaviour
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, behaviour incidents, and interventions
  
  

Key Requirements

• Experience in law enforcement, the military, or similar fields is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of safeguarding practices and child protection
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, and staff
• Conflict resolution, negotiation, and de-escalation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle sensitive situations with confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail when maintaining records and reports
• Patience, resilience, and a positive approach to working with young people from various backgrounds
  
  

Why Apply

• An opportunity to bring your unique skills and experience to a vital school role, making a lasting impact on students’ lives.
• Be part of a supportive school environment that values teamwork and student well-being
• Ongoing professional development opportunities to further enhance your skills in behavioural management and student support
  
  

Why Smile Education?

We Offer

• Collaborative working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success
• Competitive rates of pay
• On time weekly pay
• Flexible working arrangements
• Free training opportunities
• Ongoing support throughout your employment with Smile Education
  
  

How to Apply: If this role sounds suited to you, please contact [email protected] or apply via the website. For more information on this role or potential other opportunities, please contact Abbie at 0161 8434839

Compliance and Right to Work: Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks for safeguarding purposes, including reference checks, a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, and verification of qualifications.

Valid right-to-work documents are required, including visa and share codes where applicable.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.