John Smeaton Academy is seekingto appoint an exceptional, resilient and highly motivated Attendance Manager tolead and coordinate our attendance provision. This is a pivotal role within theacademy, responsible for driving improvements in attendance, reducingpersistent absence and ensuring every student has the opportunity to achievetheir full potential.
Working closely with students,families, pastoral leaders and external agencies, the successful candidate willidentify and overcome barriers to attendance, implement targeted interventionsand use attendance data to secure sustained improvements. They will play a keyrole in promoting high expectations, supporting student wellbeing and ensuringrobust attendance practices across the academy.
Potential applicants should have:
- Experienceof improving attendance and reducing persistent absence, ideally within asecondary school setting.
- Strongknowledge of attendance legislation, procedures and effective interventionstrategies.
- Excellentcommunication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positiverelationships with students, families, colleagues and external agencies.
- Theability to analyse attendance data and implement targeted actions that securepositive outcomes.
- Agenuine commitment to improving the life chances of young people through highattendance and engagement.
Joining John Smeaton Academy meansbecoming part of a dedicated and ambitious team committed to excellence,inclusion and transforming life chances. If you are passionate about making adifference to young people and have the skills and determination to leadattendance improvement, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Attendance Manager in Garforth employer: John Smeaton Academy
John Smeaton Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration with teachers and SEND specialists is encouraged. Located in Leeds, the academy provides meaningful opportunities to make a difference in students' lives while promoting professional development and a commitment to inclusion and safeguarding.
