Attendance Improvement Officer
| Posting date: | 28 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | Rugeley, Staffordshire, WS15 2UE |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | cb9deda9-946f-405d-b767-11ce6fd2e7ae |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about promoting excellent attendance and punctuality in students? Join our committed Attendance Team at The Hart School and make a real difference.
Job Title: Attendance Improvement Officer
Location: Rugeley, Staffordshire
Salary: Grade 7, SCP 15-22 (£10,468 to £11,749 per annum actual salary)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract Type: Permanent, part-time, job share
Working Pattern: Part-time, 2 days per week (15 hours), term-time only
Application Closing Date: Sunday 15 March 2026
Interview Date: tbc
About You:
As an Attendance Improvement Officer, you will be dedicated to increasing levels of pupil attendance and punctuality, supporting the development of a positive culture of attendance. Our ideal candidate would have:
• Experience of working with children and parents in a school setting
• Excellent people skills and the ability to form good relationships
• Experience of using and maintaining a database such as Arbor
• Flexibility and adaptability
About the Attendance Team:
The Attendance Team at The Hart School is a department consisting of 3 members of staff. They work closely with the wider pastoral team, as well as students, families and other staff, and are committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment. The team is approachable, proactive, and deeply invested in helping students overcome barriers to learning and to thrive both in and out of the classroom.
What the school offers its staff
About The Hart School:
At The Hart School, our guiding belief is simple yet powerful: “We Can, We Will, We Do.” This vision is brought to life through our core values - happiness, ambition, resilience, and tolerance - which shape every aspect of school life. We are proud to nurture confident, well-rounded individuals who are not only academically successful but also ready to make a positive impact in the wider world.
We are passionate about delivering an inclusive and high-quality education for every student, regardless of background or ability. Our broad and balanced curriculum - both academic and enrichment-based - is designed to unlock potential, inspire curiosity, and prepare students for their next steps in life as capable, valued members of society.
Beyond the classroom, we offer a vibrant programme of extracurricular activities that enrich student life and support personal development. From sports teams and performing arts to STEM clubs, leadership opportunities, and community projects, students are encouraged to explore their interests, build new skills, and form lasting friendships. These experiences play a vital role in helping our young people grow into confident, capable individuals. To find out more please visit our website.
About Creative Education Trust:
Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we’ve worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner.
We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future.
We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together.
Visit our Trust website to explore how we support our staff and discover more about our mission, values, and opportunities.
Further details about the role
Ready to Join Us?
Submit your application directly through our website. We warmly welcome visits to our school, and if you'd like to arrange a visit or confidential conversation with the Line Manager, our friendly HR/Recruitment team is here to help. Reach out to us at recruitment@creativeeducationtrust.org.uk, and we'll be delighted to assist you. Want to stay connected? Join our Talent Pool here and be the first to hear about future opportunities.
Essential Information:
Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.
All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.
The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Hart School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to undertake relevant safeguarding checks.
Are you passionate about promoting excellent attendance and punctuality in students? Join our committed Attendance Team at The Hart School and make a real difference.
Job Title: Attendance Improvement Officer
Location: Rugeley, Staffordshire
Salary: Grade 7, SCP 15-22 (£10,468 to £11,749 per annum actual salary)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract Type: Permanent, part-time, job share
Working Pattern: Part-time, 2 days per week (15 hours), term-time only
Application Closing Date: Sunday 15 March 2026
Interview Date: tbc
About You:
As an Attendance Improvement Officer, you will be dedicated to increasing levels of pupil attendance and punctuality, supporting the development of a positive culture of attendance. Our ideal candidate would have:
• Experience of working with children and parents in a school setting
• Excellent people skills and the ability to form good relationships
• Experience of using and maintaining a database such as Arbor
• Flexibility and adaptability
About the Attendance Team:
The Attendance Team at The Hart School is a department consisting of 3 members of staff. They work closely with the wider pastoral team, as well as students, families and other staff, and are committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment. The team is approachable, proactive, and deeply invested in helping students overcome barriers to learning and to thrive both in and out of the classroom.
What the school offers its staff
About The Hart School:
At The Hart School, our guiding belief is simple yet powerful: “We Can, We Will, We Do.” This vision is brought to life through our core values - happiness, ambition, resilience, and tolerance - which shape every aspect of school life. We are proud to nurture confident, well-rounded individuals who are not only academically successful but also ready to make a positive impact in the wider world.
We are passionate about delivering an inclusive and high-quality education for every student, regardless of background or ability. Our broad and balanced curriculum - both academic and enrichment-based - is designed to unlock potential, inspire curiosity, and prepare students for their next steps in life as capable, valued members of society.
Beyond the classroom, we offer a vibrant programme of extracurricular activities that enrich student life and support personal development. From sports teams and performing arts to STEM clubs, leadership opportunities, and community projects, students are encouraged to explore their interests, build new skills, and form lasting friendships. These experiences play a vital role in helping our young people grow into confident, capable individuals. To find out more please visit our website.
About Creative Education Trust:
Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we’ve worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner.
We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future.
We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together.
Visit our Trust website to explore how we support our staff and discover more about our mission, values, and opportunities.
Further details about the role
Ready to Join Us?
Submit your application directly through our website. We warmly welcome visits to our school, and if you'd like to arrange a visit or confidential conversation with the Line Manager, our friendly HR/Recruitment team is here to help. Reach out to us at recruitment@creativeeducationtrust.org.uk, and we'll be delighted to assist you. Want to stay connected? Join our Talent Pool here and be the first to hear about future opportunities.
Essential Information:
Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.
All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.
The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Hart School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to undertake relevant safeguarding checks.