At a Glance
- Tasks: Support student attendance and engagement through record keeping and collaboration.
- Company: St John’s Marlborough, a school focused on high aspirations and community values.
- Benefits: Professional development, supportive colleagues, excellent pension, and flexible policies.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for career growth within the Trust.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by promoting regular attendance.
- Qualifications: Essential qualifications as per the Person Specification.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
About St John’s Marlborough
Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on Granham Hill, St John’s Marlborough is where young people aged 11-18 are challenged and supported to become confident, capable adults ready for their next steps in life. We’re proud to serve the communities of Marlborough and surrounding villages with a relentless focus on high aspirations and outstanding outcomes for every student. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide an exceptional learning environment, whilst our distinct and ambitious Sixth Form welcomes both existing students and those joining us from other schools. As part of Excalibur Academies Trust, we benefit from shared expertise and strong governance, whilst maintaining our own unique identity, values and deep community focus.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Attendance Administration and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date attendance records, process absence information, produce attendance reports and correspondence, and ensure all attendance-related administration is completed efficiently and in line with school policies and procedures.
- Attendance Monitoring and Improvement: Work collaboratively with the relevant Assistant Heads of Year (AHOY) to monitor and analyse student attendance and punctuality, identify patterns of absence and implement appropriate interventions to improve attendance.
- Student and Family Engagement: Build positive and effective relationships with students, parents and carers to identify and address barriers to regular attendance and punctuality.
- Partnership Working and Support: Work collaboratively with pastoral, safeguarding, external agencies and teaching staff to promote a positive attendance culture and support students to achieve their full academic potential.
Benefits
- Support on Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
- Supportive colleagues and SLT
- Eager and motivated students
- Excellent Pension Scheme (Teachers & LGPS for support and Shared Services staff)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free on-site parking & Cycle to Work Scheme
- Free Eye Tests
- Career development opportunities within school and across the Trust
- Flexible Family Friendly Policies
Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early. If you would like to find out more about working at St John's Marlborough, please follow this link to the recruitment pages on our website.
Attendance Support Officer employer: Coast and Vale Learning Trust
Appleton Academy, as part of Exceed Academies Trust, offers a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. With a strong focus on professional development and employee growth, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to a positive school atmosphere. Located in a vibrant community, this role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on students' lives but also provides a chance to be part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in education.
Contact Details:
Coast and Vale Learning Trust Recruitment Team
