Attendance Improvement Officer
The Skinners' Kent Academy
Kent
- £28,598 - £32,333 per year
- Expiring soon
- Quick apply
- Salary:
- Band SKA - 8
- Job type:
- Part Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- 29th August 2024
- Apply by:
- 7 May 2024
Job overview
The purpose of Attendance Improvement Officer is to safeguard and promote the well being of students, ensuring they have access to a safe and supportive learning environment at The Skinners’ Kent Academy. This will be achieved by leading on investigations on individual cases of concerning attendance, with the aim improving overall student attendance. The role requires a proactive approach in developing an understanding of the various individual reasons for non-attendance and working in partnership with parents, external agencies and the Local Authority to develop successful supportive plans and strategies. To work closely with the Local Authority to fulfil its obligations under all relevant Legislation.
We offer:
- An exciting and vibrant place of work
- Gym facilities
- Local Authority reward scheme
- High quality continued professional development
- A valuable pension package
- Electric Vehicle charging point
- Free onsite parking
We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
The Skinners’ Kent Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants are subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check and satisfactory employment references.
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About The Skinners' Kent Academy
The Skinners’ Kent Academy is a co-educational, non-denominational secondary school for children aged 11-18 with around 1,100 students currently on its role. Located in Tunbridge Wells, the Academy is a non-selective school in a local authority that operates a selective system.
The Academy is part of the Skinners' Academies Trust who are supported by The Skinners’ Company, one of the 12 great livery companies in the City of London.
Principal
Miss Hannah Knowles
Values and vision
The Academy is founded on principles of high standards and high aspirations. It aims to be a emotionally enriching place with a culture of active participation.
Teachers seek to create, develop and maintain an education that provides opportunities for success for all. The Skinners’ Kent Academy aims to celebrate the achievement of everyone, in all aspects of life.
Ofsted report
“The school motto of ‘pride in our success’ permeates through how pupils conduct themselves around the school. They strive to become well-rounded and respectful members of society. Pupils show kindness and consideration to each other because they want everyone to feel included. A strong pastoral provision in every key stage means that pupils feel well supported and have someone to go to if they need help. Should bullying happen, pupils know that staff will help them resolve issues quickly. Relationships between staff and pupils are nurturing and positive. This means that pupils feel safe and well looked after.
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