At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and coordinate school attendance initiatives to boost student engagement.
- Company: Well-established secondary school in Preston with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Temp-to-perm role, term time only, with potential for career growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to work closely with students and families.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives by improving their attendance and support.
- Qualifications: Experience in attendance management or pastoral care is essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Vida Education is proud to be working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded secondary school in Preston to recruit an experienced Attendance Manager. This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, with the successful candidate initially joining the school through Vida Education before moving onto a permanent contract following a successful period of supply. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced attendance, pastoral or inclusion professional who is passionate about improving school attendance and supporting young people to achieve their full potential.
Working closely with senior leaders, pastoral staff, parents and external agencies, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining a positive attendance culture, ensuring early intervention and removing barriers to learning for students at risk of persistent absence.
The Role
- Leading and coordinating the school's attendance provision.
- Monitoring, analysing and reporting on attendance data.
- Identifying pupils at risk of persistent or severe absence and implementing effective intervention strategies.
- Building positive relationships with students, parents and carers to improve attendance.
- Carrying out home visits where appropriate.
School Attendance Manager employer: Vida Education
Vida Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions directly impact the lives of students in Preston. With a strong focus on professional development, you will have ample opportunities to grow within the education sector while working alongside dedicated colleagues who share your passion for fostering student success. The school's commitment to a positive attendance culture ensures that you will be part of a meaningful mission to help young people thrive academically and personally.
