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We are seeking to appoint an organised and proactive Attendance and Safeguarding Administrator to support the Safeguarding, Attendance and Wellbeing Officer and Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) in ensuring the safety, welfare and attendance of students in Years 7–13. The role involves delivering efficient administrative support across safeguarding and attendance procedures, working with staff and external agencies, and providing a professional, helpful service to students, families and visitors.
The ideal candidate will be confident using a range of IT packages and will bring a warm and professional approach to all interactions. The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate meticulous attention to detail. A positive, adaptable mindset, along with the ability to remain calm, organised and focused in a busy environment, is essential.
Working hours: 22–22.5 hours per week, spread across 3 days (specific days to be agreed with the successful candidate). Working hours are Monday to Thursday 8:30am–4:30pm and Friday 8:30am–4:00pm.
Salary: Scale 4 SCP 7-11, dependent on skills. £26,403 - £28142 FTE. Pro-rated to £13,623 - £14,520 (22 hours, term-time only).
Start date: As soon as possible.
To apply, please complete our application form (attached) by the closing date of Wednesday 7th January 2026.
Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date.
Please see our Job Description and Person Specification (attached) for further information.
Benefits
• Secure pension with Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to a cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Free access to Westfield Health, Healthy Extras providing:
1. 24/7 telephone access to a practising UK GP
2. 24 Hour Advice & Information Line (including structured counselling sessions)
3. Eldercare Advice
4. Discounts and offers at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and destinations
5. Gym discounts
Further information
Hanley Castle is a dynamic and pleasantly situated high performing Academy, which is justifiably proud of its local and national reputation for academic excellence.
Founded in 1326, the school provides a unique blend of academic rigour, modern facilities and traditional values. The school is heavily oversubscribed and our Sixth Form is flourishing.
Hanley Castle High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Online searches are now undertaken on all shortlisted candidates, for safeguarding suitability, as part of the due diligence.
References are obtained, before interview wherever possible, which include specific enquiries about the applicant's background in relation to safeguarding.
Safeguarding Statement
Hanley Castle High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.