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A large, well-organised secondary school in Worcester is appointing a compassionate and structured Attendance & Welfare Officer for January 2026 to strengthen its pastoral team.
The Role
You will be responsible for securing high levels of pupil attendance, working closely with Heads of Year, safeguarding leads and external agencies. Key responsibilities include:
* Monitoring daily attendance and punctuality
* Conducting first-day absence calls and home visits (with another staff member)
* Creating attendance action plans with students and families
* Working with EWO services and reporting to SLT
* Producing attendance data and supporting termly reports
* Delivering attendance interventions and pastoral meetings
The School
This high-performing school has an excellent pastoral reputation, with a purpose-built welfare hub where safeguarding, SEND, mental health and inclusion teams work collaboratively. Its systems are robust yet empathetic, and staff describe the culture as “fair, consistent and child-centred.”
What You’ll Bring
* Experience in pastoral, attendance or family support roles
* Confidence communicating with parents and agencies
* Strong organisational skills and resilience
* Understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality
Why Join?
* Training in attendance legislation & safeguarding
* Supportive pastoral leadership
* Modern facilities and strong multi-agency networks
A great role for someone passionate about pupil wellbeing and consistent pastoral support.