Role: Attendance Officer
Academy: Outwood Academy Riverside
Start Date: ASAP
Salary (Actual Salary): £
Working Pattern: 37 Hours Per Week, Mon to Fri, Term Time + 5 days
About the Academy
Outwood Academy Riverside, founded in September 2020 through the Free Schools Programme, implements the Riverside values program for all students at the start of every academic year.
The academy is dedicated to the wide variety of students who enrol, ensuring strong routines and top-notch pastoral care for all pupils.
Located at Russell Street, Middlesbrough, Outwood Academy Riverside is set to have a new school built on Pioneering Way close to Middlesbrough College. Additionally, a satellite site in Eston will open in October 2024 as the school continues to grow.
About the Role:
As an Attendance Officer you will be responsible for the operational and administrative support to promote whole school attendance strategies in order to improve attendance levels and reduce persistent absence, in line with academy targets under the supervision of the Attendance Manager/Education Welfare Officer.
In this role you will be expected to hold meetings with students regarding attendance and mentor them to engage with their education, as well as work with families and other external organisations to support the child.
The ideal candidate will be solution focused, have excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate and engage our students and families. Home visits are required for this job role so you will require a current uk driving licence and use of your own vehicle.
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What will we do for you?
The Academy benefits from being part of the Outwood Family of Schools and you will be joining a highly innovative, inspirational and ambitious organisation. The Trust guarantees every member of staff CPD and development opportunities.
● A competitive salary with pay progression
● A fantastic pension and additional benefits
● Flexible family friendly policies from day one
● Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programme
● Our Workload Charter with guaranteed CPD every week and much more (for teaching roles)
Safeguarding notice
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.”