Hours of work: Hours
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
Closing date: Monday 13 October 2025
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Chyngton School
Milberg Road
East Sussex
BN25 3ST
Phone:
Email:
Website:
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
Chyngton School requires an attendance officer to join our highly successful team to continue to build on our attendance strategy.
You will work closely with school leaders and other staff to support children and their families to improve children's regular attendance at school.
Working alongside the Deputy Headteacher, you will identify and support those children who become 'persistent absentees' and work to improve their attendance through regular communication and intervention.
This role is based in the school's admin office and includes typical reception duties, including welcoming visitors, managing enquiries, receiving telephone phone calls and other administrative duties.
You will be working as part of our friendly and supportive office team alongside our pupil welfare team. Working hours to be mutually agreed.
You may have a background in school administration or working to support children's attendance.
A kind, warm and empathetic manner both in person and on the telephone is essential for the role.
Some working knowledge of Microsoft Excel will also be an advantage.
We are proud of our happy, thriving school community and welcome any visits to view the school and/or discuss this role.
Chyngton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to obtain an enhanced DBS Certificate with the Local Authority.
At Chyngton, we want our children to make the most of all life's opportunities. That's why we say "At Chyngton I can…"
Closing date for applications: Monday 13th October
Interview Date: Thursday 16th October
For any further information, please visit our website at or contact the school on, .
Additional Information
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to .
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.