At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' attendance and engagement to improve their outcomes.
- Company: Lightcliffe Academy, part of a supportive family of academies.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, employee assistance programme, retail discounts, and gym memberships.
- Other info: Join a mission-driven team committed to nurturing and empowering young people.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a friendly environment.
- Qualifications: Strong understanding of attendance processes and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 36363 - 36363 £ per year.
Contract Details:
- Nature of Contract: Permanent, term time only, 38 weeks per year plus 5 days (39 weeks)
- FTE Salary: GRADE SO1, scp 23 - 25, £34,434 to £36,363 per annum, pro rata
- Actual Salary: £29,748- £31,415, based on 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
- Working Hours: 37 per week
We are looking for:
- Someone with a strong understanding of attendance processes and the barriers affecting pupils
- A confident communicator who can build positive relationships with students, families and external agencies
- An organised and proactive individual who can manage data, identify patterns and take timely action
You will be:
- Someone who is committed to improving outcomes for young people through strong attendance and engagement
- Someone who can build trust quickly while maintaining clear and consistent expectations
- Someone who will support the Trust's Christian ethos as well as our shared mission and values
Our Trust, a family of eight academies in the Anglican Diocese of Leeds and in the geographical areas of Leeds and Calderdale, shares a mission to work in partnership to educate, nurture and empower.
We can offer:
- Friendly, welcoming academies with a strong Christian ethos as well as enthusiastic, well‑motivated colleagues
- A 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
- Retail discounts/offers at high street and online retailers, cycle to work scheme and discounted gym memberships
- Free onsite parking
- Membership of an excellent local government pension scheme
Abbey MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. We promote diversity and want a workforce which reflects our communities.
Attendance Improvement Officer employer: Lightcliffe Academy
Lightcliffe Academy is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, where staff are valued and encouraged to grow. With a strong Christian ethos and a commitment to improving student outcomes, employees benefit from a range of perks including a confidential Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and access to a local government pension scheme. The academy's focus on collaboration and community engagement makes it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about making a difference in young people's lives.
