Attendance Officer - Term Time

The Whitstable School, Whitstable

• Ref:KCC886-4091-534S
• Posted:21/10/2024
• Pay:£25,462 - £27,010 FTE (£21,997 - £23,335 Pro Rata)
• Start Date:November 2024
• App Close Date:15/11/2024 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

• 37 hours per week
• Term Time + 5 Staff Development
• £25,462 - £27,010 FTE (£21,997 - £23,335 Pro Rata)

Are you passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive educational environment? Do you thrive in a role that requires attention to detail and excellent people skills? We have an exciting opportunity for you to make a significant impact on student attendance and success at our school.

As an Attendance Officer, you will play a crucial role in promoting and improving student attendance, ultimately contributing to their academic achievements and progress. You will be responsible for monitoring, tracking, and analysing attendance data, ensuring that our students are maximising their learning opportunities.

This is a highly rewarding position that requires a proactive and empathetic individual who can create positive relationships with students, parents, and school staff. You will act as a bridge between the home and school, providing support and guidance to all stakeholders to achieve consistent attendance.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor student attendance, identify patterns, and assist in developing strategies to address any attendance-related challenges.
• Implement attendance policies and guidelines to ensure compliance with government regulations and school policies.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school based support to identify and address potential barriers to attendance.
• Conduct meetings with parents/guardians to establish open lines of communication and promote student attendance.
• Create and maintain accurate attendance records, utilising software systems or spreadsheets.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Attendance Lead regarding attendance data, trends, and interventions.
• Collaborate with the school's support team to develop and implement interventions targeted at improving attendance rates.
• Facilitate information sharing to educate students, parents, and staff on the importance of regular attendance.

Join our dedicated team, committed to creating an environment where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to succeed. Make a difference in the lives of young learners and contribute to their lifelong success. Apply now for our Attendance Officer position!

Additional benefits include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Access to training and development
• Employee Assistance Programm
• Discounts with local and national retailers
• Cycle to Work scheme

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and seek to reflect the diverse community we serve. Applications are welcome from anyone who meets the stated requirements.

For further information about the role, visits to the school or an informal discussion, please contact Mr Chris Donovan-Bayley at chris.donovanbayley@swale.at or 01227 931300.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details/application forms on file once the position is filled.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Information about the school

Why work at The Whitstable school? We have a strong vibrant community of staff whereby teaching and learning can flourish in an environment where respect, discipline, and responsibility are steadfastly upheld so all students can learn and grow without unnecessary disruptions. You will be working in a climate whereby the leadership deeply values languages and will provide both the support, CPD opportunities and resources you require to develop in the role. We are also able to offer Flexible Working for candidates that would like to discuss this.

The Whitstable School is part of the Swale Academies Trust, a leading Multi-Academy Trust for school improvement, situated in the highly desirable location of Whitstable, Kent. Rated by Ofsted in March 2024 as a Good school, we are now embarking on the next stage of our journey to outstanding and are looking for exceptional and inspiring individuals to help us achieve this ambition.

Please visit www.thewhitstableschool.org.uk and our X(twitter) page @TheWhitSchool for more about our school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Check and references will be taken up. We are an Equal Opportunities employer and seek to reflect the diverse community we serve. Applications are welcome from anyone who meets the stated requirements; please note that we cannot accept CVs.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Natasha Kingsford
• Address:Bellevue Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1PX
• Telephone: 01227 931300
• Email: natasha.kingsford@swale.at

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Recruitment Pack