Attendance Assistant

Outwood Grange Academies Trust seeks applications from outstanding applicants with integrity, imagination and energy for this rewarding role.

Our single goal is ‘students first: raising standards and transforming lives’, and you will be joining a strong team of professionals who all contribute to and work towards this sole aim. As part of the Outwood Grange Family of Schools, you will be offered high-quality support and programmes of professional development, which provide many opportunities for colleagues at all levels.

If you share our values, join our family.

Serving the bustling city of Sheffield, Outwood Academy City was constructed in 2011 with state-of-the-art facilities and joined Outwood Grange Academies Trust three years later. The school has undergone a huge transformation for its 1,200 students, with an innovative curriculum and a personalised approach to learning enabling them to realise their vocational, practical, creative and academic abilities. This was recognised by Ofsted in February 2019, when the academy was judged ‘Good with Outstanding Leadership’. Inspectors noted that “Leaders and teachers demonstrate high expectations for all pupils. They are determined that pupils achieve well in their subjects”.

Outwood Academy City is seeking to appoint an Attendance Assistant. Reporting to the Attendance Manager, the successful candidate will join a very busy team providing support to students, families and Academy staff to improve attendance and meet the needs of our students.

Candidates should have excellent communication skills and be organised, energetic and able to remain calm in a busy environment. Strong IT skills, specifically in Microsoft Office, are essential. Training will be provided on our management information system. The successful candidate will be a team player with a proactive approach to work. Owing to the nature of the role, an ability to relate to the Academy’s students is crucial. 

The Academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools, and you will be joining a highly innovative, inspirational and ambitious organisation. The Trust guarantees every member of staff CPD and development opportunities.

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To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact k.collins@outwood.com.

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Closing date: Midday on 18 November 2024.

Interview date: 21 November 2024.

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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.