Job Description

Job Reference #

EDV/2025/CNSAOA/54760

Location

Eaton Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR4 6PP

Contract Type

Fixed Term/Term Time Only

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

16,355.00 Annually (Actual)


Actual starting salary based on FTE of 28,142

Closing Date

9:00am, 23rd Sep 2025

Start Date

ASAP pending pre recruitment checks

Positions Available

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About this Role

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

We are pleased to offer this opportunity for a fixed term until 31 August 2026.


As Attendance Mentor you will monitor and improve the attendance and punctuality of all students in Yrs7-11 across the Academy, with a focus on SEN & Disadvantage, working as part of the wider Attendance Team.


You will have excellent communication skills, a proactive way of working and a desire to support students and their families to attend school and improve attendance.


The role will be working 25 hours per week (5 hours per day, Mon-Fri), term time plus 1 week (39 working weeks per year). Start time between 8am & 9am , negotiable at interview/offer stage.


The City of Norwich School - An Ormiston Academy known locally as CNS, is a popular and well-regarded secondary school and sixth form that was established in 1910 and that has been a key part of the educational landscape of Norwich ever since. CNS is a vibrant, forward thinking Academy, rated 'Good' by OFSTED with a vision to be a centre of pride for the local community, achieved in part through many partnerships including the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, the Duke of Edinburgh Awards Scheme, Norwich City Football Club and the National Tennis Association. Our facilities and partnerships bring unparalleled additional benefits to our students and staff.


At the very heart of our ethos is being a truly comprehensive school that supports the care and development of the whole individual, in a happy and diverse community that instils pride in all its members. We aim to enable every student to maximise their potential and prepare them for their future through the provision of high-quality education. We do this through investing in our staff, and we place great emphasis on staff wellbeing and career development, with high quality training and excellent progression opportunities.

Why work for Ormiston Academies Trust?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.


We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.


Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys...

The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

CNS has high aspirations for all its staff and students and provides excellent support, both professionally and personally, we would love you to join our community where you will share in our inspiring vision and help to deliver our values of excellence, respect and integrity.


We are looking for an individual who:

Has an outstanding eye for detail with an excellent level of accuracy. Has excellent communication skills and be able to confidently converse with parents, students and staff at all levels. Enjoys working as part of a team to ensure success for all.


If you have any questions about this vacancy, please the HR team via email at hr@cns-school.org


If you have the experience and skills we are looking for and want to develop your career in a thriving and ambitious school, please complete an application form by the closing date. Early applications are advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy should a suitable candidate be found.

The City of Norwich School - An Ormiston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children's Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974



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Contact Details

CNS HR Team

01603 274000

hr@cns-school.org

Eaton Road, Norwich

Norfolk

NR4 6PP
01603274000

office@cns-school.org

http://www.cns-school.org/