Attendance & Educational Welfare Officer

Salary: Scale SO1, Point 23 £37,575 per annum pro rata (£34,085.06 actual)
Required: Immediate, subject to notice period
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time, Term Time Only plus 2 weeks
Contract Hours: 7.30am - 4.30pm
Location: Swiss Cottage, London Borough of Camden, NW3 3AQ
-Would you be interested in working at an Academy that offers unique links to UCL and an innovative connected curriculum and collaborative approach for all students
-Are you a personable and highly motivated individual who is committed to the welfare and attendance of students during their school career?
We seek a passionate individual to join our Pastoral Administration Team and support our drive toward outstanding practice for our young people.
The UCL Academy is sponsored by UCL, a world-class, multi-faculty, research-led university. UCL's vision is an innovative Academy for pupils aged 11 to 18. We are a comprehensive, co-educational, non-denominational, fully inclusive and an active member of the Camden family of schools.
Working with our Sponsor, University College London, we have built an inspiring Academy which supports young people to develop as learners, and as 'whole people'. The UCL Academy is an exciting, stimulating place to learn, with a curriculum which focuses on problem-solving, skills development and 'real world' issues. Our core aim is to provide the highest quality teaching in a first-rate learning environment, encouraging all students to be happy and to strive to be the very best.
As the Academy's Attendance & Educational Welfare Officer, you will be the first point of contact with parents and carers for their children's absence. Taking the lead on attendance management and monitoring systems within school, you will be working closely with the Vice Principal in tracking student attendance whilst coordinating and implementing strategies to facilitate improved attendance, ensuring that attendance rises above national expectations. In addition, you will be providing an Educational Welfare service for students and their families, encouraging, enabling and where necessary enforcing attendance and improve persistent absence through meeting, referrals and home visits. Working with students, parents, staff and external multi agencies will form an integral part of the role.
The successful candidate must have excellent communication, interpersonal and IT skills a long with a 'can-do' attitude. The candidate will need to be highly organised and have the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, showing initiative and acting proactively when required. Experience working in a school environment is essential. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious team, who are committed to improving student attendance levels across the school through their passion for student wellbeing and development.
We Offer:
· State-of-the-art classroom technology - including our unique Superstudios, subject specialism suites and demonstration; theatres for interactive teaching talks by visiting academics;
· Unlimited access to opportunities for self-development and intensive weekly Continuing Professional Learning;
· Flexibility in start and finish times, longer holidays and more Academy planning days than normal INSET arrangements;
· A whole school wellbeing strategy and designated Academy Wellbeing Lead;
· An exclusive partnership with UCL where teaching staff have access to unrivalled University libraries and resources and to work within our connected curriculum;
· Suitable IT equipment for all teaching staff;
· A generous health care plan, including reimbursement for optical, dental, physiotherapy and a range of other areas, 24/7 GP access;
· A free Employee Assistance Programme that offers free private counselling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and discounted membership at over 2,000 gyms nationwide;
· A sheltered bike storage facility for those who wish to cycle to work and a generous Cycle to Work scheme.
The ideal candidate will:
· Have experience of working in a school office environment, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office / Google Workspace and experience of using SIMs or similar software
· Have excellent written and verbal communication, having the ability to communicate on a different range of levels
· Have experience of providing effective child protection and safeguarding services
· Be able to build relationships and work in tandem with others to support the wellbeing of students and their families
· Be able to work under pressure and deal with sensitive student matters
How to apply:
To apply, you are required to complete our school application form.
Please request an application pack and the job description from Ellie Field at Hays. Alternatively please click apply now to register your interest and Ellie will send you the application pack.
Your application is a direct application to The UCL Academy, Hays is our recruitment partner and manages this permanent appointment.
-Closing Date: Friday 29th March 2024 at 12pm (midday)
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to receipt of satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, pre-employment checks and a probation period.
Please note that if you have not heard from the Academy within 2 weeks after the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful.
We may interview candidates ahead of the closing date so early application is advised. The Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advertised closing date.

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