Job Description
Southcoates Primary Academy are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, and organised Attendance Officer to join our safeguarding and administration teams. Start Date: November 2026 Salary: NJC SCP 5 to 7 Contract: Part Time : 18 hours a week (Monday to Friday mornings) Term Time Only plus 5 training days Fixed Term (contract end date 31 July 2027) Job Expires: 1 5 October 2026 Southcoates Primary Academy are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, and organised Attendance Officer to join our safeguarding and administration teams and contribute towards creating a welcoming environment for learning. The weekly working hours will be 18 hours: Monday to Friday mornings (Term Time Only plus 5 training days). Our academy is a 1.5-form entry school, and we currently have 300 pupils on roll; this includes 39 FTE place Nursery provision for 2-, 3- and 4-year-olds. As part of The Enquire Learning Trust, we work collaboratively with other academies and share best practice to enhance provision and transform the culture of learning and teaching. The staff and Academy Improvement Committee are committed to ensuring that the children enjoy their learning, feel safe and are well cared for within an environment of mutual respect, where the views and opinions of the whole school community are valued. Working to identify and implement intervention strategies to address and continually improve the attendance and punctuality of all pupils within the academy. The successful candidate will promote a positive attitude and ethos towards pupil attendance/punctuality. Full details of the responsibilities, duties and tasks, skills and functions are detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification. This is an exciting opportunity for the right person with the following qualities/abilities: Providing support and guidance to pupils, families and staff to promote positive behaviour, attendance, and well-being Creating a safe and inclusive environment that fosters the social, emotional and academic development of all pupils Energetic, creative and passionate about education, raising standards and making a difference Committed to promoting pupils’ self-esteem, inclusion, and independence Providing first aid to pupils who are sick, injured or have medical conditions High expectations of themselves and of all pupils Motivated, enthusiastic and a supportive team player Excellent interpersonal, written and numeracy skills Understanding and conducting all activities in accordance with the Trust’s policies and relevant legislation. What we can offer Membership of the East Riding Pension Scheme Opportunities for development and progression Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured Cycle to Work Scheme Lifestyle savings The closing date for completed applications is Thursday 15 October 2026 at 12.00 noon; however, we reserve the right to close the advert earlier should sufficient suitable applications be received. Interviews will be held during the week commencing 19 October 2026.