Attendance Officer

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job reference

REQ

Date posted

08/10/2025

Application closing date

02/11/2025

Location

Doncaster (Ash Hill Academy)

Salary

Grade D Points £25,989 - £26,824 Full Time Equivalent). The minimum actual pro rata salary per annum for this job starts at £22,452.66.

Annual weeks

39 (Term Time Only)

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Job category/type

Administration

Job description

Ash Hill Academy are looking to appoint a Attendance Officer to join our academy in November 2025 on a full time, permanent basis.

Do you want to work for a Trust that is transforming educational outcomes for students in some of the most deprived areas in the North of England? If so, this could be the role for you.

Your new role

As Attendance Officer, you will be responsible for the administration of student attendance and lesson monitor, the production of attendance charts, statistics and evidence for penalty fines/court cases.

Please see the attached job description on our website for the essential criteria and more information about the role.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience required for this position, then we would very much like to hear from you.

Join Ash Hill Academy - A Place Where Excellence Thrives

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a school that's making waves in education? At Ash Hill Academy, we're more than just a school - we're a thriving community driven by ambition, excellence and a shared commitment to transforming lives. With exceptional results, a vibrant culture and state-of-the-art facilities, this is your opportunity to become part of something truly extraordinary.

Why Ash Hill Academy?

• A Rising Star in Yorkshire: In 2024, Ash Hill Academy ranked in the top 16 schools in Yorkshire for progress, with an exceptional Progress 8 score of In 2025, outcomes once again demonstrated consistently high performance, with 68% of students achieving a grade 4+/4+ in English and Maths, and 50% achieving a grade 5+/5+. We are proud to be the highest attaining school in South Yorkshire for schools with similar demographics and ranked 37th most improved in the country.

"Pupils at Ash Hill Academy achieve exceptionally well and are rightly proud of their success." - Ofsted, May 2025

• High Aspirations; High Achievement: At Ash Hill Academy, we live by a philosophy of "high expectations, aspirations, and consistency." This ethos drives everything we do, ensuring every student and every member of staff thrives in a culture that inspires excellence.

"The academy has a culture of high ambition. Pupils rise to these expectations and flourish." - Ofsted, May 2025

• Innovative Personal Development: Our students benefit from the fully integrated Life of a Student programme, designed to provide unparalleled personal growth opportunities and rich cultural capital experiences. This programme prepares students for success in school and life beyond the classroom.

"The personal development programme is exceptional. Pupils benefit from a rich range of experiences which broaden their horizons." - Ofsted, May 2025

• Intervention Through Interaction: Our unique Intervention Through Interaction philosophy ensures every moment is a chance to support and inspire students. Through meaningful relationships and proactive engagement, we ensure every student reaches their full potential.

"Relationships between staff and pupils are warm, respectful, and built on trust." - Ofsted, May 2025

• Incredible Facilities: Teach and learn in a school built for success. Our state-of-the-art facilities include the Porter multi-purpose building, completed in 2021, and our brand-new Sports Centre, opened in 2024. These cutting-edge spaces reflect our commitment to delivering the best possible education.
• A Proven Track Record: In May 2025, Ofsted inspectors praised the academy's "transformational improvements," recognising our dedicated and talented staff.

Your Future Starts Here

If you are passionate, ambitious, and ready to inspire the next generation, we would love to hear from you. This is your chance to work in a school that values its staff, empowers its students, and celebrates success at every level.

Join Ash Hill Academy - where your talent meets opportunity.

As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing. Here are just a few examples in each area…

Financial Wellbeing:

• Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme*
• Access to an extensive discounts platform

Physical Wellbeing:

• 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household
• Gym & fitness discount's
• Cycle to Work scheme*
• Free annual flu jab

Mental Wellbeing:

• Access to an industry-leading Employee Assistance Programme
• Menopause Support Service

• Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings

• Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained

• Holiday Entitlement: minimum 35 days (subject to pro rata if working part-time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays.

Visits to the academy would be warmly welcomed by appointment. Please contact the academy on if you would like to arrange a visit.

In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.