Attendance and Student Support Coordinator

Attendance & Student Support Coordinator

Kent Range 7 Term-Time only (Term Time + 5 staff development days)

Actual Salary £23,008.91 per annum ( pro rata to £26,515 - £28,850 for a Full-Time position)

37 Hours per week

8.00am – 4.00pm Monday to Thursday

and 8.00am to 3.30pm Friday with 30-minute unpaid lunch break 

Are you passionate about fostering a culture of consistent attendance and supporting students in their educational journey? We're seeking a dedicated Attendance and Student Support Coordinator to lead our efforts in ensuring every student is present and engaged in their learning experience.

About The Malling School:

At our school, 'Caring, Determined, and Reflective' aren't just words; they're the cornerstone of our educational ethos. Our commitment to character education has earned us the prestigious 'Character Education Kitemark +' and recognition as a national hub supporting schools in character development. We're immensely proud of our students' achievements, ranking as the 4th best performing non-selective school in Kent in the 2023 exams. What sets us apart? Our unwavering dedication to creating an environment where outstanding behaviour, high expectations, and remarkable achievements are the norm. Our behaviour for learning policy ensures a disruption-free environment, allowing teachers the freedom to teach effectively. With clear expectations and unwavering support, our staff focus on what they do best – nurturing young minds.

As the Attendance and Support Coordinator at The Malling School, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead and support the Attendance Officer in their daily duties.
• Work with key pastoral staff to address student attendance concerns effectively.
• Meet with students and parents to discuss attendance issues and develop action plans for improvement.
• Identify students in need of support and implement appropriate stages of support and consequences for poor attendance.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have previous experience in a similar role within an educational setting preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of attendance policies and procedures
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team
• Knowledge of safeguarding protocols and procedures

Safeguarding and Compliance:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure, Occupational Health check, two satisfactory references, an online check, and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and its amendments.

How to Apply:

Please apply via the TES website and complete the application in full. We welcome all complete applications and will consider them upon receipt. The closing date for applications is 25th May and interviews will be held shortly after. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy should sufficient interest be received. Only candidates successfully shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

Visit Us:

Please contact hr@themallingschool.kent.sch.uk to arrange a visit.

Join us in our mission to foster historical understanding, critical thinking, and a positive, happy, and caring environment where young people can learn, grow, and thrive!