At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students and families to improve attendance and punctuality at Oulton Primary School.
- Company: Oulton Primary School, an inclusive environment that values every individual.
- Benefits: Join a supportive team with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Other info: Be part of a passionate pastoral team dedicated to student welfare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by promoting their attendance and engagement.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and experience in engaging with students and families.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
At Oulton Primary School, we think for ourselves and care for each other and we are proud to be an inclusive school. As a school, we celebrate everybody’s individual abilities, strengths, and learning journey. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strong candidate to join as a member of our pastoral team in the role of Attendance Improvement Mentor. This is a vital new role and serves as a key point of contact for Parents/Carers, colleagues and external agencies when a pupil is absent from our school.
We are looking for an outstanding candidate who will uphold the school’s vision and values, to ensure excellent outcomes for our children promoting punctuality and great attendance for all.
Key Responsibilities- Ensuring all systems and processes used to monitor and record attendance are fully utilised across the school
- Supervision and support of staff in order to maintain absences and lateness at an acceptable level
- Working in partnership with pupils, parents/carers, colleagues, and external agencies to identify attendance issues, implementing the appropriate support and referral strategies
- An understanding of attendance monitoring and general office procedures and practice
- Excellent organisation and planning skills, able to work on your own initiative and within existing teams
- Experience of using Microsoft Office Suite and school ICT systems
- The ability to engage with pupils and their families to create strong links with school to uphold policies that promote student welfare
Closing noon on: Wednesday 24th June 2026 at 8am. Shortlisting will take place and candidates will be notified on: Friday 26th June 2026. Interviews: Wednesday 1st July 2026.
Attendance Improvement Mentor in Leeds employer: Oulton Primary School
At Oulton Primary School, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every individual is valued. As an Attendance Improvement Mentor, you will be part of a dedicated pastoral team that prioritises the well-being and success of our students, offering ample opportunities for professional development and collaboration with parents and external agencies. Our commitment to nurturing talent and promoting a positive school culture makes us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding work in education.
