Attendance Officer

Fern Grove
Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK2 3HQ
United Kingdom


Salary: NJC 27 £35,745 (actual), £30,608 (pro rata salary) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: 37, 39 weeks
Contract: Full Time, permanent
Start date: As soon as possible
Are you passionate about education and looking for a fulfilling career?
We’re looking for a dedicated attendance officer to to join our supportive team at Sir Herbert Leon Academy.
You’re someone who’ll be able to:

• Improve student attendance: Ensuring our school meets statutory obligations and targets.
• Provide exceptional customer service: Building solid relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Drive school improvement: Contributing to the overall success of our academy.

Looking to make a difference every day?
Join our team and play a vital role in ensuring our students receive the education they deserve. You'll provide invaluable support to delivering an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
You’re someone who has:

• Strong organisational skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Excellent communication skills: Clear and effective communication with all stakeholders.
• Customer service focus: A commitment to providing exceptional support.
• Technical proficiency: Good IT skills and the ability to use various software applications.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.
Sir Herbert Leon Academy is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive in Bletchley, Milton Keynes. The academy offers excellent learning facilities, especially in Sport and the Arts. It features a library, a theatre/cinema, and advanced IT teaching technology. Additionally, the school is equipped with a swimming pool and a fully furnished fitness suite.
Who is Lift Schools?
We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.
We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.
We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

The role is due to commence as soon as possible. This is a full time, permanent position.
Closing date: Thursday 14th November 2024.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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