Attendance Information Officer

King Edward Academy is now recruiting for an Attendance Information Officer. This role could be your next career opportunity.

Come and be part of a team who are committed to working together; where we have ‘high expectations of pupils’ behaviour,’ ‘disruption-free learning’ and where pupils respond well to these expectations and learn in classrooms where “behaviour is calm and focused”.

*Ofsted Jan 2023

About Us

We have a strong sense of purpose and are fervently committed to the achievement of every individual. We aim to provide a high-quality education in a safe, happy, caring and focused environment. We encourage all students to embody our values of ambition and aspiration, courage and resilience and honesty and respect. We are intent on developing a love of learning amongst our students, offering them a broad and balanced curriculum, enhanced by a range of enrichment activities designed to support their personal growth. We encourage all students to take responsibility for their own learning.

We are ambitious for every child, no matter what their background, prior attainment or needs. We are very proud of our community and believe we offer something exciting for those who join us. We have the privilege of working in a stimulating and dynamic school that, combined with our co-educational ethos and smaller size, engenders a culture that genuinely cherishes individuality, aims to instil creativity and independence and celebrates open-minded thinking. Underpinned by our values, we are student focused and we believe that there are no limits for outstanding learning and outstanding achievement. We have high expectations of our students and staff, high aspirations for them and demonstrate complete belief in them all. Low level disruption is rare at KEVI and students are polite and respectful.

The academy is based in Spilsby, an historic market town nestling between the beautiful Lincolnshire coastline and the rolling Lincolnshire Wolds. It is also within driving distance of several Market towns and the larger towns of Boston, Grimsby and the city of Lincoln. The academy is currently attracting students from a wide catchment area from Skegness, the surrounding area and as far as Boston, Alford and Louth.

Please visit our website for more information about the Academy.

About the role

• You will work closely with the Attendance Welfare Coordinator, providing information and analysis reports that guide decision making for improved attendance overall as well as in support of individual pupils.
• You will need to have the ability to maintain accurate and up to date attendance/lateness records both manually and electronically and to ensure ongoing monitoring of attendance for all children to promote good attendance across the school
• You will be able to administer daily attendance and punctuality checks each morning and support following up the daily absences by telephone/message or other means including checking the school answerphone for absence messages and recording these appropriately.
• You will be expected to take accurate minutes at meetings, record outcomes and liaise with parents as required or directed. You will also need to adapt to situations professionally and in a timely manner under the direction of your manager.
• Please look at the Job Description for a detailed outline of the role and essential requirements prior to applying.

This is a permanent post, 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

Salary & Benefits

• NJC7 FTE £25,584, £22,472 pro rata
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• CPD including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development Courses
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Rewards and Recognition Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

• Educated to NVQ level 3/4 or equivalent
• Knowledge of school systems and an understanding of the issues affecting truancy and non-school attendance.
• Demonstrate an understanding of issues linked to confidentiality.
• Demonstrate knowledge of attendance regulations
• Demonstrate an understanding of issues that may affect a student’s ability to attend school
• Experience working within a school attendance related service. Working with children, young people, parents and families preferably within an educational context.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust's mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click "here".

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.