Are you a practical, proactive professional who enjoys working with people and finding solutions? We are looking for a part-time Attendance Officer to join our school team and play a vital role in promoting excellent attendance and supporting student success. In this role your work will directly contribute to creating a school environment where every student feels valued, connected, and known.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference. When our students attend regularly and feel supported, they can focus fully on learning, achievement, and personal growth.

What makes us special

What sets our school apart is our unwavering commitment to both excellence and inclusion. We are a vibrant, forward-thinking community where every student is valued, supported, and encouraged to be the best version of themselves—regardless of their background or starting point. Our recent progress in raising educational standards is matched by our dedication to creating a welcoming environment where difference is celebrated and every voice is heard. Here, staff and students work together to build confidence, nurture talents, and ensure that everyone feels a true sense of belonging. By joining us, you’ll become part of a team that believes in the power of education to transform lives and in the importance of making that transformation accessible to all.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is compassionate in their approach.
• Is confident using IT systems and managing data.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

In this role you will:

• Liaise with parents/carers, staff, and external agencies to promote good attendance.
• Support interventions for students with persistent absence.
• Monitor daily attendance and punctuality, following up on absences in line with our school policy.
• Prepare attendance reports for senior leaders and governors.
• Maintain accurate attendance records using our MIS system.

We offer:

• A role where your work really matters
• The opportunity to work in a team who are invested in creating the conditions to support the growth of others
• Competitive package with generous career average pension scheme with employer contributions of c17%*
• 26 days holiday plus public holidays** (pro-rata for a part time role)
• Ongoing professional development

*employer contribution rates set by the Local Government Pension Scheme.

**for year-round staff including closure days to be taken over the Christmas period

How to apply

If you're ready to use your skills to make a difference and grow in a supportive, values-based environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Please do take the opportunity to learn more about the role by viewing the detailed job description included on the following pages.  To apply please complete our application form and take the opportunity to share with us how your skills and experience meet the person specification in the job description.  To learn more about the school please visit our website by clicking here.

Alternatively, if you would like to discuss the role further or arrange for a tour of the school, please contact Chris Darvill via email Chris.Darvill@teignmouthschool.co.uk  (Chris is one of our Deputy Headteachers)

The closing date for applications is 12th January 2026 9.00am.  If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact us via my new term or at recruitment@ivyeducationtrust.co.uk

Interviews will be held onsite W/C 12th January 2026.

We are totally committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our pupils, and we expect you to be too. We follow safer recruitment statutory guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education).  If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and references that are satisfactory to our Trust.  All posts in our Trust are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

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