Attendance Officer - Term Time

St Simon Stock Catholic School, Maidstone

• Ref:KCC886-5432-203S
• Posted:20/01/2026
• Pay:KSC (£25,252—£26,262 FTE)
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:30/01/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:6 February 2026

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Attendance Officer

KSC (£25,252—£26,262 FTE) (approx. £22,576—£23,479 pro-rata)

37 hours per week, 38  weeks per year (plus 10 non-pupil days—40 weeks )

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and highly organised Attendance Officer to join our administration team.  The successful candidate will be responsible for all administrative aspects of recording, monitoring and managing student attendance, playing a vital role in supporting student wellbeing and safeguarding.  We are looking for an individual with exceptional administrative, communication and interpersonal skills, together with a calm, professional manner.  The role requires someone who can relate positively to students and their families, working sensitively and effectively around our strong Catholic ethos and our school motto which is to “Work with Love.”

The ideal candidate will be well organised, resilient, and able to work effectively under pressure, particularly when managing competing priorities and deadlines.  Accuracy and attention to detail are essential, alongside proven experience of handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion.  As the first point of contact for parents regarding attendance matters, you will need the confidence and professionalism to liaise with parents, external agencies, and other stakeholders as part of this important role.

The successful applicant will demonstrate a flexible and adaptable approach, alongside strong IT skills and confidence in using the MS Office suite, including Word, Teams, Outlook and Excel.  GCSE qualifications in English and Maths at grades A-C are essential.

 Benefits of working at St Simon Stock Catholic School:

• A supportive and caring working environment for staff and students and a school wide focus on wellbeing
• Dedicated and bespoke CPD time for all staff and personal development opportunities
• Access to Kent Rewards Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme which offers counselling, financial guidance, legal enquiries with access to online health and wellbeing resources
• Generous Pension Scheme

Closing date: Friday 30 January 2026 at 9am

Start date:  ASAP

This vacancy may close on or before the specified closing date depending on the volume of suitable applicants. If you are unsuccessful, we will contact you accordingly.

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St Simon Stock Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and this position is subject to satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Information about the school

Welcome to St Simon Stock Catholic School

Located in the heart of Maidstone, Kent, St Simon Stock Catholic School is a vibrant and high-achieving secondary school, proud to be part of the Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP)—a multi-academy trust of 32 schools dedicated to excellence in Catholic education.

As an oversubscribed, co-educational school with a long-standing tradition of academic success, we are home to over 1,100 students, including a thriving Sixth Form of 250+ students, supported by a dedicated team of around 130+ staff.

At St Simon Stock, we celebrate the rich diversity of our students, valuing the unique cultures and experiences they bring. Our ethos is built on respect, service, and a commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential. Through a strong work ethic, personal responsibility, and service to others—both within the school and the wider community—our students develop the confidence and ambition to succeed in an ever-changing world.

We are proud to be rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted and ‘Outstanding’ in our most recent denominational inspection, reflecting our unwavering dedication to academic excellence, personal growth, and spiritual development.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Deanne Perry - HR Hub
• Address:Oakwood Park, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0JP
• Telephone: 01622 754551
• Email: hr@ssscs.co.uk

Documents

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• Consent to obtain references
• Privacy Policy
• Self Disclosure Form
• Employment of Ex Offenders Policy
• Job Application Pack