SCHOOL ATTENDANCE MANAGER AND TRUST ATTENDANCE LEAD

Location

Parklands Academy, Southport Road, Chorley, PR7 1LL (1106 on roll)

Tel: 01257 264596
School website: www.parklandsacademy.co.uk

Summary

We are seeking an Attendance Manager to join our vibrant Achievement Team at Parklands High School, part of Aspirational Futures Multi-Academy Trust.  Parklands is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive school where student attendance is above national averages.

The vacancy has arisen due to our current Attendance Manager moving onto a new role. We require someone who is experienced in this role. An additional aspect of this role is to support Attendance colleagues in other Trust establishments. The ideal candidate will be experienced with the requirements of this role, and be able to support and challenge students and families when attendance falls below expectations. 

You will lead on all aspects of attendance, carrying out and co-ordinating the administration of attendance to improve attendance rates so students achieve the highest standard of educational outcomes possible.  The successful candidate will need to maintain confidentiality and handle matters sensitively and with discretion

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Please note that this vacancy closes at 12 Noon on 18/07/2024

Essential Qualifications

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Desirable Qualifications

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Essential Experience

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Desirable Experience

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For an informal discussion please contact:

please contact Mrs Sara Haslam, Assistant Principal by telephone or via email to shaslam@parklandsacademy.co.uk

Proposed Interview Date:

22/07/2024 

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.