At a Glance
- Tasks: Promote high attendance levels and support students through interventions.
- Company: Lift Broadlands, a nurturing secondary school in Keynsham.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, healthcare, and lifestyle perks.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with opportunities for career growth and flexible working.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience with data entry, analysis, and clear communication.
The predicted salary is between 28598 - 31022 £ per year.
Salary: SCP 12 (£28,598) – SCP 17 (£31,022) + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
School: Lift Broadlands, St Francis Road, Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 2DY
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Start: September
Your new school
Lift Broadlands is a small secondary school in Keynsham, fostering a nurturing environment for students aged 11-16. Led by Principal Laura Stone, the school is committed to ensuring every student has access to an excellent education. It is located near Bath and North East Somerset with good transport links to Bristol and surrounding areas. Lift Broadlands is a highly inclusive comprehensive school, rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED, and is a strong choice for learning in the community.
Your new role
The Attendance Officer will work within the Pastoral team to promote high attendance levels across the school. Responsibilities include tracking attendance data, supporting students with poor attendance through interventions, and liaising with students, parents, and external agencies to improve overall attendance.
What you’ll need to succeed
You should have proven experience entering high volumes of data accurately, analysing data to inform decision‑making, and communicating clearly with multiple stakeholders. Knowledge of attendance, welfare, and child protection legislation, and experience with education sector agencies, will be desirable. Experience working in an educational setting is a strong advantage.
How we support you
- Career development and training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career.
- Generous benefits: Pension plan, healthcare, and financial support.
- Lifestyle perks: Discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
Equality, diversity and recruitment
Lift Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. We adopt a fair recruitment process in line with 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' guidance. All offers of employment are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, reference checks, and where applicable, prohibition from teaching checks. We embrace diversity and promote equal opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working are considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before applying.
Attendance Officer in Bristol employer: Lift Broadlands
Lift Broadlands is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in the heart of Keynsham. With a strong commitment to employee development through extensive training opportunities and generous benefits, including a pension scheme and wellbeing cash plan, staff are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The school's dedication to equality and diversity ensures that all employees feel valued and included, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about education.
