Job Overview Herschel Grammar School is a mixed, selective school graded ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted. We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking and flexible Attendance and Engagement Officer to work with our pupils and their families. The post holder will be responsible for helping the school raise achievement by improving school attendance and punctuality and to meet attendance targets. The appointment will be subject to a clear DBS search. In return, we offer a competitive salary, a friendly and supportive working environment, and membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme. Working Hours Term time including INSET days 8.30 am to 2.00 pm Monday to Friday (25 hours per week), including 30 minutes for lunch unpaid Some flexibility in hours may be possible Information on this post and an application form can be downloaded from www.herschel.slough.sch.uk and e-mailed to hpaherschel.slough.sch.uk. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS is required for this post. CVs are not acceptable. Closing date for applications: 6 January 2025 About Herschel Grammar School Herschel Grammar School, Northampton Avenue, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3BW, United Kingdom Herschel Grammar School is a coeducational and selective foundation grammar school founded in the 1940s. We are proud of our specialist technology college status and are recognised nationally as a ‘Leading Edge’ school. We offer a wide range of academic, sporting and extracurricular experiences, encouraging pupils to take responsibility and contribute to the community. Opportunities for travel and learning about other cultures are provided to develop skills for facing future challenges. Why Join the Herschel Team? “Pupils’ behaviour and attitudes to learning are outstanding and contribute to the calm, purposeful ethos in the school and to their progress in lessons.” “Pupils thrive in the school’s academic, yet very caring and secure, environment.” “GCSE results have been consistently well above the national averages over the past five years.” Further information about the School including the School Prospectus and our latest Ofsted Inspection Report can be found on the School’s website www.herschel.slough.sch.uk .