Job Title: Attendance and Safeguarding Assistant
School Name: Rose Hill Primary
Hours: 30 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Contract: Permanent
Rose Hill Primary School are seeking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Attendance and Safeguarding Assistant.
As Attendance and Safeguarding Assistant, you will be required to support the wellbeing and personal development of the pupils at Rose Hill Primary School.
Oxlip Learning Partnership promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in its workforce and encourages applications from all sections of society. We are always keen to hear from talented professionals, at all stages of their career, who believe they can support us in achieving our vision
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assistant Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Monitoring daily attendance
- Working with parents to provide support where necessary
- Perform the duties of Medical Lead
- Co-ordinated external early help
- Managing referrals and record keeping
- Support pupils to have a healthy therapeutic balance
You will have.
- Experience in a pastoral, counselling, or similar role within an education setting.
- Empathy, patience, and non-judgmental approach.
- Excellent communication and IT skills
- The ability to prioritise work including multi-tasking.
- Understand the need to always maintain professional confidentiality.
- Good English and Mathematics skills (grade C or level 4 or above).
In return, we can offer a friendly environment to work in, holiday pay is built into your annual salary and you will have entitlement to join the Local Government Pensions Scheme.
We offer
- A large, successful school with enthusiastic children in a stimulating, friendly learning environment
- The opportunity to work with dynamic and forward-thinking staff
- A friendly, supportive working environment
- Access to various professional development opportunities
- We have supportive staff, parents and governors.
For further information and discussion regarding the post contactRose Hill Primary School, 01473 727552 or mail@rosehillprimary.net
Closing Date: Thursday 10th September 2026 at 9.00am
Interview Date: Monday 14th September 2026
Oxlip Learning Partnership safeguards and promotes the welfare of students and requires all staff and visitors to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.
The Oxlip Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records, online checks and other vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our schools.
Child Protection training will also need to be undertaken.
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Attendance and Safeguarding Assistant in Ipswich employer: Gippeswyk Community Educational Trust
Copleston High School is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its staff. With a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, employees benefit from opportunities to develop their skills in a dynamic educational environment, all while contributing to the success of students in the community. The school’s commitment to staff wellbeing and a positive work-life balance makes it an attractive place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Gippeswyk Community Educational Trust Recruitment Team
