At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead attendance initiatives and support families to enhance student engagement.
- Company: St Paul’s CE Primary School, a welcoming and supportive educational environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a positive team culture.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team committed to continuous improvement and student success.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives by improving school attendance.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and families, strong communication, and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35892 £ per year.
St Paul’s C of E Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The Governing Board of St Paul’s CE Primary School and the Headteacher are looking to appoint an Attendance Lead and Family Support Officer. We are looking for a dedicated professional who will provide a comprehensive and high-quality support service to the school to improve overall school attendance. This role will involve tracking attendance data, addressing attendance-related issues, and implementing strategies to improve attendance rates.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading on attendance and working proactively with pupils, families and external agencies to maintain and improve attendance.
- Using Department for Education guidance and research to implement evidence-based approaches that improve and sustain exceptional levels of school attendance.
- Providing support and guidance to families to help overcome barriers to learning and attendance.
- Maintaining accurate records and monitoring the impact of interventions.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be resilient, proactive and committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and families.
- Have experience of working with children and families in an educational or support setting.
- Understand current DfE attendance guidance and be able to use research and evidence-based practice to drive improvement.
- Demonstrate excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Be highly organised and capable of managing multiple tasks and competing priorities.
- Work effectively as part of a team while also using their own initiative.
Benefits include:
- A warm and welcoming school, with a distinctive Christian ethos.
- A dedicated, supportive and enthusiastic team of staff and Governors.
- A positive learning environment with good resources.
- A team committed to continuing school improvement.
- Commitment to high quality professional development.
Application details:
The Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification are available to download. Completed forms should be returned to admin@st-pauls.stockport.sch.uk. The Headteacher welcomes enquiries by telephone on 0161 480 5403. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check, an online check and fit for work check.
Attendance Lead and Family Support Officer in Stockport employer: Stockport Council
St Paul’s CE Primary School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment where staff are valued and encouraged to grow professionally. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, the school fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises continuous improvement and high-quality professional development. Located in the heart of Brinnington, employees benefit from a warm community atmosphere and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.
