Attendance Officer - (Vulnerable Children)

Posted 21 July 2025
Salary Up to £16.37 per hour
LocationWalsall
Job type Temporary
Discipline Social Work
Reference24995

Job description

Job Title: Attendance Officer (Vulnerable Children)

Rate: £16.37 PAYE / £22.10 Umbrella

Location: Walsall

Hours: 37 per week | Hybrid working

Contract: Term-time only, until July 2026

Opus People Solutions are recruiting for a Attendance Officer to support vulnerable children across Walsall. This temporary role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by improving school attendance and engagement.

Requirements:

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
  • Enhanced DBS

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support schools in fulfilling statutory duties (attendance, exclusions, EHE, CME)
  • Champion access to education for vulnerable pupils
  • Develop and implement tailored interventions with families and schools
  • Monitor alternative provision and maintain accurate caseload records
  • Conduct home visits and attend multi-agency meetings
  • Apply SEND legislation and best practice

Ideal Candidate:

  • Strong understanding of safeguarding and education legislation
  • Experience working with children and families in education, health, or social care
  • Confident, creative, and adaptable in delivering support
  • Skilled in report writing, caseload management, and IT systems
  • Clear and effective verbal communication in English