Attendance Liaison Officer

Attendance Liaison Officer

Term Time only plus 3 days. 37 hours per week

Grade 6 pt 15 – 22, Actual salary range £24,767 - £28,425

Start Date – Required as soon as possible.

Penketh High School is an oversubscribed community facing school that is determined to support the academic and holistic development of pupils in order that they leave the school with a strong skillset and positive life chances. The culture of the school is underpinned by an academically rigorous curriculum, high expectations and standards, as well as a multitude of enrichment opportunities. All of these aspects of school life are aligned with the capabilities of our outstanding young people. 

The school is focused on providing the very best provision for pupils by supporting the professional development of staff, offering a comprehensive and focused CPD programme and encouraging staff to engage with external, nationally recognised professional qualifications. 

We are seeking to appoint an Attendance Liaison Officer to support pupils to overcome barriers and maintain good attendance, strive to ensure that attendance exceeds national average for all pupil groups, monitor and analyse attendance and punctuality data to support decision making and liaise with other support services - both internally and externally - to provide a package of support for pupils to ensure positive attendance.

The successful candidate should be flexible and have excellent administrative and communication skills.

The job description and support staff application form can be found at www.penkethhigh.org

For further information please contact HR on 01925 720264 or email hr@penkethhigh.org

The successful candidate will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Details can be found on www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies.bodies/dbs

Penketh High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing date: Wednesday 8th January 2025