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Attendance Officer

Job details
Posting date: 23 May 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 13 June 2025
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: a5c88faf-64af-4f23-896b-a330bad99256

Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an Attendance Officer to join our fantastic Attendance Team and be part of a team dedicated to supporting first class learning for every student. You will join a dedicated team, with a strong teamwork ethic and passionate commitment to improving the lives of our students. This post offers an excellent opportunity to be part of the school’s exciting upward journey. Applicants will show enthusiasm for joining our dynamic and supportive team, and will be able to demonstrate the high standards of organisation and communication.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

What the school offers its staff

The successful candidate will join a school with a strong and supportive senior leadership team for whom staff wellbeing is a priority. We appreciate the challenges teachers face and we do all we can to reduce unnecessary workload and cut down on bureaucracy. We take a zero tolerance approach to rudeness and defiance to staff and we make sure that no teacher feels alone when things are tough. In addition, staff also benefit from a wide ranging programme of ongoing staff development.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

Join us to benefit from:

• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• On-site Parking
• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme

Further details about the role

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Sarah Scott-Drysdale, Office Manager, at Sarah.ScottDrysdale@swale.at.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to Sarah.ScottDrysdale@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

Please note that we reserve the right to bring forward the application deadline if we feel we have a strong field of applicants early on. Therefore, early application is advised.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Commitment to safeguarding

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.