Attendance & Welfare Officer

We are seeking an Attendance and Welfare Officer to join our Attendance Team at North Gosforth Academy. The post holder will work alongside the Senior Leadership and Pastoral Teams to further develop systems that will enable the school to improve attendance. You will work with parents, families, young people and the school to respond to absences and reduce levels of persistent and severe absence. Typical duties within this post will encompass working with a caseload of students where the major area of concern is absence from school. The role will include: Undertaking home visits, where absence has been identified, both with colleagues and on a lone basis Working with parents and students to address issues Contributing to multi-agency working with the school and other stakeholders Contributing to the effective use of statutory measures and being involved in decisions regarding the use of such powers WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Excellent oral and written communication skills Experience of working in this type of role for either a school or Local Authority Someone with experience of working with young people Someone who can demonstrate a good understanding of issues faced by students and families A sympathetic understanding of broad needs of secondary aged students Attention to detail An effective team player A colleague who is excited about the prospect of being part of a support team, setting up systems and problem solving to ensure the best possible environment and outcomes for all students WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU A competitive salary - as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living. Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals  Enthusiastic and motivated students  An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development  A school with its community at heart  An exciting programme of staff well-being activities  Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, please contact us by email: Beth.Davies@northgosforth.co.uk or telephone: 0191 429 9797, option 4. Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.  The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.