Attendance Support Worker

1 day per week

If you are looking to join a friendly and supportive group of people committed to the success of the young people they work with, then this is the school for you.

We are currently looking to appoint an effective and caring Attendance Support Worker on a part time basis from January 2017 (or sooner if possible). Although this position is initially part time, there is the possibility it could advance into a larger position.

The successful candidate will join our pastoral team to manage attendance across the school, maintaining and continuing to promote high standards of attendance and punctuality.

The post will include:

• developing and implementing strategies to support the school’s drive to improve attendance and punctuality and to reduce persistent absence.
• reducing persistent absences and improving school attendance and punctuality, in order to support optimal attainment by pupils.
• challenging and supporting families to ensure regular school attendance.
• Making home visits when required (both regular and unannounced visits)

If you are interested in applying for this post and for more detailed information about the school, the post and to apply, please contact Mike Sherwin on the below details:

T: 0116 253 2389 / 07525 889925

E: southwigston@hays.com  

W: www.hays.co.uk/jobs/southwigston  

Closing date: ASAP and by Wednesday 30th November 2016

Please note that a formal application is required on the school application form and a CV will not be considered.

All applicants will be subject to rigorous scrutiny and the successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check.