Pastoral Officer & Attendance Lead
Location: Our Lady & St Paul’s Catholic Primary School
Salary: Grade 6 scp 19-24 (£27,393 - £30,256 annual or £32,061 - £35,412 FTE)
Contract: Permanent (Term Time Only, 2 days per term)
Hours: Full Time (37 hours per week)
Start date: ASAP
Closing date: 17/05/2026
Key Responsibilities
* Provide targeted pastoral support to help pupils develop positive behaviour, confidence and a love of learning.
* Monitor attendance and punctuality, working closely with families and the Local Authority to promote excellent attendance.
* Develop supportive action plans to help children overcome barriers to learning.
* Build strong, positive relationships with parents, staff and external agencies to ensure every child feels supported and valued.
* Support pupils with transition and reintegration following absence.
* Maintain accurate records and prepare relevant correspondence and reports.
Desired Attributes & Qualifications
* Compassionate, organised and committed to safeguarding.
* Genuine desire to help every child thrive in line with Catholic values.
* Suitability to work with children, as evidenced by an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
* Experience or understanding of safeguarding practices and children’s welfare.
Equal Opportunities
The Trust is committed to welcoming individuals regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental leave or socio‑economic background. All applicants are welcome from all communities.
Legal Statement
The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including the Children’s barred list and satisfactory references.
Closing Information
Shortlisting date: 18/05/2026
Interview date: 21/05/2026
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