Job Description

Attendance Officer

Permanent, 37 hours per week, term time plus 5 days

Band 4: 22,781 - 24,282 per annum

Be Kind. Work Hard. Aim High

We are looking to appoint a professional and enthusiastic Attendance Officer to support children whose education is at risk due to attendance related issues. The postholder will take particular note of attendance issues with vulnerable groups especially Looked After Children, SEN, FSM/PP, EAL and take appropriate action as necessary. They will assess need, implement effective action and evaluate outcomes against agreed objectives. The successful applicant will join a strong pastoral team who are committed to supporting the teaching staff to ensure that pupils at James Calvert Spence College have the best educational "experience" possible.

The successful candidate must be:

committed to making a positive difference to the lives of pupils

resilient with a strong personal drive

passionate about securing the most productive learning opportunities for those in school

values driven, to 'be kind, work hard, aim high'.

We will offer you:

excellent opportunities for training and development

a dedicated, highly skilled and committed staff, upholding high expectations and aspirations for all of our pupils

a strong sense of community and a warm, welcoming workplace

frequent opportunities to collaborate with teachers and support staff to develop and share best practice.

If you are a dynamic individual who enjoys a challenge and possesses excellent communication skills, this vital role in our school could be the ideal opportunity for you.

Further details about the school and vacancy can be obtained from www.jcsc.co.uk or by emailing Linda Gordon, Business Support Officer at lgordon01@jcsc.co.uk.

We are committed to equal opportunities as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It is essential that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. You can view our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy online. An enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required for all posts.

Interested in applying?

Application packs are available at www.jcsc.co.uk/vacancies/

Completed forms must be emailed to Linda Gordon, Business Support Officer at lgordon01@jcsc.co.uk.

The closing date for applications is noon on Thursday 18 September 2025.

Interviews will take place in week beginning 22 September 2025.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 22,781.00-24,282.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person