Attendance Administrator

St Bede’s and St Joseph’s Catholic College are seeking an Attendance Administrator to work within the Attendance Team, liaising with families and students to improve attendance and to build links between the College and home.
If you are an organised, driven individual with excellent communication skills, we’d love to hear from you.
Attendance Administrator
Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD9 4BQ
*    37 hours per week (term time only plus 2 days)
*    NJC points 12 – 17, £22,484 - £24,800 Actual
*    Immediate start available
Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK
St Bede's and St Joseph's Catholic College is a celebrated educational institution committed to providing excellent teaching, learning, and assessment to students. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment rooted in Catholic values and aim to empower students to achieve their full potential. Our college opened in September 2014 and follows the concepts of Ignite, Illuminate, and Shine and we are proud to keep these themes at the centre of all of our teaching.
Benefits:
*    Opportunities for professional development and growth
*    Collaborative and vibrant working environment
*    Contributory pension scheme
*    On-site parking
Key Responsibilities:
This is a pivotal role in fostering connections between families, students, and the college to enhance attendance. Working closely with the Attendance Officer, you'll craft a caseload for home visits aimed at engaging families of students with attendance challenges.
You will be required to:
*    Collaborate with Attendance Officer and House teams to improve attendance
*    Manage student absence notifications and issue parent/carer alerts
*    Contribute to attendance strategy and set achievable targets
*    Provide comprehensive support to parents, students, and stakeholders
*    Build positive relationships with parents/carers and students
*    Deliver daily feedback on home visits and address individual needs sensitively
*    Advocate for student inclusivity, independence, and acceptance
*    Ensure meticulous record-keeping and manage registers effectively
*    Promote equality, diversity, and Safeguarding principles
*    Participate in training, meetings, and policy reviews to uphold College ethos and goals
Requirements:
You will meet the following:
*    GCSEs at Grade C or above in Maths and English
*    Commitment to ongoing professional development
*    Proficiency in Literacy, Numeracy, and ICT
*    Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
*    Possession of a valid driver's licence
*    Demonstrated calmness, adaptability, and discretion
*    Dedication to safeguarding children's welfare
*    Motivation to maintain boundaries and promote positive behaviour
*    Emotional resilience to manage challenging behaviours
*    Alignment with Werneth Schools' Learning ethos
*    Cooperative in team settings and independent tasks
*    Flexible and adaptive to change
*    Responsive to instructions and proactive in taking initiative
*    Willingness to undergo necessary checks, including enhanced DBS checks
This is an exciting time to join the College as we continue to develop and build on our tradition, with a determined focus on strong teaching through a wide range of co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
St Bede’s and St Joseph’s Catholic College is a two-site College – role holder should be aware that you may be asked to work on either site.
Closing Date: 16th May 2024 at 12 noon
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the exceptions order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Appointments will be made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and the receipt of satisfactory references and all other pre-employment checks including social media checks.
How to apply for the role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
Other suitable skills and experience include Admin, Administrative Assistant, Administration, Administrator, School Administrator, Education, Attendance Officer, Attendance Administrator, School Attendance Officer, Term Time.