Attendance Officer and Welfare Assistant

Ref: SCH-VAT-0287 2 day(s) remaining
Establishment: Knowsley Lane Primary School Location: Huyton Salary: £15,030 Department: Educational Support Job Type: Part Time
Closing Date: 15/08/2025 18:59 Interview Date: 18/08/2025 Start Date: 15/09/2025

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 25.00 Weeks per Year: 44.650 Pay Grade: NJC | SCP6 - SCP11

The Role

The Governors and Principal of our school are seeking to appoint an attendance officer who will be responsible for driving our attendance strategy across the school and be the link person between school and pupils/parents in relation to attendance.


The applicant requires someone with good written, verbal, organisational and IT skills to ensure deadlines are achieved.


The post holder will carry out a range of administrative duties, including:

v Drive the school’s attendance strategy

v Maintain a body of evidence, including absence reports/referrals

v Analyse absence data to identify patterns

v Carry out home visits to pupils with attendance concerns

v Meet regularly with pupils’ families with concerning/declining attendance

v Attend senior leadership meetings

v Minute meetings

v Produce letters/newsletters

Record and manage pupil attendance data and contact parents regarding pupils’ absence

Complete and share information with external bodies


The successful candidate will require the following qualifications:

 

·        GCSE Maths and English grades (4 – 9) or equivalent qualification or be willing to work towards this.

  • Excellent ICT skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative with minimum supervision.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills with adults and children
  • Confident and competent in the use of all aspects of MS Office
  • An active interest in young people and education
  • A proven track record of good attendance

 

What we can offer you:

·        An inclusive and diverse school community

·        Friendly, motivated, committed and highly skilled staff.

·        Opportunities to work with colleagues from across Vantage Academy Trust

·        A firm commitment to your professional development

·        A supportive Leadership team.

·        A strong focus on staff wellbeing

·        Local government pension scheme enrolment


Salary Grade: D-6 £15,030 per annum


Appointments made are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references being received. References will be requested prior to interview.

Qualifications

Qualification Title Grade
GCSE’s in English & Maths at grade 4 or above (or equivalent)
Essential
NVQ 2/3 qualification in Administration
Desirable

Skills

Personal Attributes
Dedicated
Essential
Focused
Essential
Committed
Essential
Great teamworking
Essential
Experience
Current first aid certificate
Desirable
Previous experience working as an office manager in an educational environment
Desirable
Ability to use their own initiative and have a positive attitude towards the school ethos as well as be adaptable in situations
Essential
Excellent communication skills with children, staff, parents and the wider community
Essential
Qualifications
Business administration qualifications an advantage
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Sense of Humour
Essential
A proven track record of good attendance
Essential
Relevant Skills
Ability to work under supervision, as a member of a team and individually
Essential
Abilities, Skills and Knowledge
Highly effective organisational skills
Essential
Ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines during times of pressure
Essential
CPD / Training
IT Qualifications
Desirable

Related Documents

Job Description & Person Specification Attendance Officer.docx Download

Safeguarding Information

Vantage Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Vantage Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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Knowsley Lane Primary School

Astley Road
Huyton
Merseyside
L36 8DB

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