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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
