Full time Attendance Officer at Dorset Councils
Job Description
Ferndown Middle School is part of the Castleman Academy Trust – a Trust which prides itself on putting children first always and puts its values of Respect, Independence, Creativity and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do.
It is the staff in our academies who make our schools vibrant places of learning – who do all they can to make sure our children become confident individuals, successful learners and responsible citizens. Our staff want to make a real difference to the lives of the children they work with and are learners themselves who relish professional development opportunities.
Working in a Castleman Academy Trust school, you will be working with other forward thinkers, who see possibilities and are optimistic. You will have the support of like-minded colleagues and together we will ensure everyone has a great work life balance. Being part of the Castleman Academy Trust means there are a whole host of opportunities for you to develop and flourish.
Ferndown Middle School is situated in Ferndown adjacent to Ferndown First and Ferndown Upper Schools. The school has up to 600 pupils, covering the age range 9 to 13 years old (year groups 5 to 8).
Part-time: 30 hours, 5 hours per day 8.00 – 14.30
38 weeks per year, plus 5 inset training days
We are seeking to appoint a resourceful Attendance Officer. The main responsibilities and duties will include:
- To promote and apply intervention strategies to ensure high levels of attendance and punctuality of students within the school.
- To identify and implement intervention strategies to address and continually improve attendance and punctuality for targeted individuals.
- Maintain accurate manual and electronic records on behalf of the school.
The successful candidate will work as part of our pastoral team which currently includes the Pastoral Support Officer, ELSAs and a senior leader.
This is a busy post and will require someone who is well organised and able to work under pressure. Flexibility is essential as it may be necessary to work additional hours at busy times of the year.
The school will offer all successful applicants:
- A school committed to your continuing professional development
- The support and expertise of our experienced and established team
- Training will be provided as appropriate
- Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
- Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
The Application Process
Applications must be made on the school’s application form. Please ensure a full work history is completed including any gaps of employment and two referees are given. Please note Ferndown Middle School does not accept CVs in place of an application form. Incomplete application forms will not be shortlisted.
A copy of the application form can be downloaded from the school’s website or contact Mrs Shield.
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Please return your completed application form by the closing date to Mrs Shield, Heads PA, [email protected]
The Castleman Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the Person Specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check, an online search on shortlisted applicants, satisfactory references and a health check.
Queries
If you have any queries on any aspect of the application process or need additional information, please contact Michele Shield on 01202 876556 or email [email protected]
Visits to the School
If you would like to visit the school or speak to the Heads PA, please contact the school office to arrange an appointment. To gain a greater understanding of our school values, curriculum offer and premises, please visit our school website and refer to the application pack.
Planned Interview date w/c 27th March 2023.
Location :Ferndown
Closing Date :20 March 2023
HOW TO APPLY
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