Attendance Intervention Manager

The Gainsborough Academy is an inclusive and aspirational Academy based in the Lincolnshire town of Gainsborough, easily accessible from the M18, M180 and A1 motorway networks.  We occupy a state of the art building with extensive grounds, learning and recreational facilities which are designed to inspire pupils and staff alike. At the Gainsborough Academy we are passionate about education and have a belief that all students regardless of their ability and background, deserve choice and opportunity.  

We are working with Wickerlsey Partnership Trust.  An outstanding Trust based in Rotherham.   

We are seeking to appoint an Attendance Intervention Manager to join our Attendance team. You will maintain attendance systems and develop analysis and reporting, to measure progress and achievement of agreed targets.  You will work closely with the Assistant Principal and Pastoral Team to identify and support student needs and to agree interventions for improvement of student attendance levels.

The role is key in providing a proactive approach to the management of student attendance including working with teaching staff to ensure that registration and recording systems are effective and parents / carers, relevant support / welfare services to agree strategies to improve specific student attendance. 

You will have experience of analysing data and producing detailed reporting to identify any trends or patterns for particular action.  You must be approachable, able to quickly build and establish relationships and have excellent interpersonal skills.  

Ideally you will be organised and detail orientated with the ability to work under pressure to ensure that task timescales are met.  You should have good IT skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.  You must be approachable, able to quickly build and establish relationships and have excellent interpersonal skills.    

A detailed Job Description is provided that details the scope and responsibilities of the roles.  A Person Specification is also available which states the required skills and experience of candidates.  Further information can be found on www.thegainsboroughacademy.org.uk along with an application form.   

To discuss the post please contact Amanda Roberts, SLT Administrator on 01427 612411 or e-mail amanda.roberts@thegainsboroughacademy.org.uk.  All completed application forms are to be returned to Amanda Roberts.   

The closing date for the above post is Monday 28th January at 3.00pm.  

The Gainsborough Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service form in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997.