Elliston - attendance officer

Contract details

Working hours: 37 hours per week. Contract type: Permanent. Working weeks: 39 weeks per year. Start date: September 2026. Salary scale: NJC SCP 11-15. Location: Elliston Primary Academy.

About

Elliston Primary Academy is an Ofsted graded Outstanding academy that believes every child can be a successful learner, no matter what.

About the role

The role involves promoting a positive attitude and ethos for the attendance and punctuality of pupils within the academy. The successful candidate will work to identify and implement intervention strategies to address and continually improve attendance and punctuality. The attendance officer will play an important role within the pastoral and admin teams creating a welcoming environment for learning.

What we are looking for

• Believes in our vision and values and will strive for the very best for all our children.
• Can provide support and guidance to pupils, families, and staff to promote positive behaviour, attendance, and well‑being.
• Can help create a safe and inclusive environment that fosters the social, emotional, and academic development of all pupils.
• Can work closely with families, providing support and guidance to ensure their needs are met, and their involvement in their child's education is encouraged.
• Can be flexible and remain positive when key changes are made.
• Has high expectations of themselves and the children in their care.
• Is energetic, creative and passionate about making a difference.

In return, we can offer you

• A chance to be part of a thriving and happy, outstanding academy.
• A dedicated team of supportive colleagues who are passionate about the pupils in their care.
• Membership of the East Riding Pension Scheme.
• Opportunities for development and progression.
• Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured.

Requirements

As the position involves access to children or vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to obtain a Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.

Safeguarding

The Enquire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please see our safeguarding, child protection and equality policies on our school website.