About Us
The Academy Selsey is a welcoming and ambitious 11–16 secondary school at the heart of its coastal community, serving families across Selsey and the wider Chichester area. As part of The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT), the school combines a strong sense of community with the benefits of a wider network of support and collaboration. With around 500 students, it offers a nurturing and inclusive environment where individuals are known, valued, and supported to succeed. The school is committed to delivering a high-quality education, supported by modern facilities and a broad, engaging curriculum across Key Stages 3 and 4. Strong partnerships with parents, local organisations, and businesses underpin its work, and students take pride in their achievements, demonstrating resilience, ambition, and a real sense of belonging.
Job Details
* Salary: £25,583 FTE - £17,762 Actual Salary
* Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (Maternity cover)
* Working Pattern: Term time only 30 hours per week
* Location: The Academy Selsey, Selsey, West Sussex
* Interviews: 19/05/2026
Responsibilities
* Collate and check student registers daily for accuracy and completeness
* Record absence marks for students whose parents have reported illness
* Monitor the dedicated absence line and respond to messages from parents/carers
* Contact parents/carers of students with no recorded attendance mark
* Produce and distribute the daily fire register
* Maintain and update attendance records and student data systems
* Monitor attendance patterns and identify trends or concerns
* Set and review attendance targets for individuals and groups of students
* Maintain detailed records (e.g. pen portraits) for students causing concern
* Liaise with the Headteacher, Attendance Champions, and pastoral colleagues regarding persistent absence
* Communicate attendance concerns and updates to relevant colleagues
* Support the development and implementation of attendance reward systems
* Prepare Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) documentation and follow processes through to completion
* Manage the daily calls spreadsheet and allocate follow-up actions to appropriate colleagues
* Use data to inform interventions and support strategies
* Conduct home visits where appropriate to support students and families
* Attend weekly meetings (e.g. SB&I) to discuss student support and attendance strategies Provide administrative support for year group pastoral matters
* Support wider pastoral systems, including supervising the Reset Room (approximately 1 hour per day) and providing occasional cover where required
* Proactively suggest improvements to attendance systems and processes
* Undertake relevant training to support the role and ongoing professional development
* Complete safeguarding training and adhere to child protection procedures at all times
* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including Health and Safety and Data Protection
Qualifications
* A strong commitment to supporting vulnerable students
* A belief in the ability to positively impact students’ lives
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
* A compassionate yet professional approach
* Resilience, tenacity, and a proactive mindset
* Ability to analyse data and identify patterns
* Good ICT skills
* Experience working with children or young people (desirable)
* Knowledge of child development and learning (desirable)
* Understanding of attendance processes and the relevant legal framework (desirable)
Additional Information
The Academy Selsey and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
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