Vacancies

– Permanent, 37 hours per week, term time plus 10 days (consideration will also be given to applications for 30 hours per week)
– Band 6*: £27,905 – £30,469 (* anticipated pay scale pending job evaluation)

We are looking to appoint a professional and enthusiastic Attendance Lead to support children whose education is at risk due to attendance related issues.

The postholder will take particular note of attendance issues with vulnerable groups – especially Looked After Children, SEN, FSM/PP, EAL – and take appropriate action as necessary.  They will assess need, implement effective action and evaluate outcomes against agreed objectives.  The successful applicant will join a pastoral team who are committed to supporting the teaching staff to ensure that pupils at the new Coquet Community School (currently James Calvert Spence College) have the best educational “experience” possible.

The successful candidate will be:
committed to making a positive difference to the lives of pupils
resilient, with a strong personal drive
passionate about securing the most productive learning opportunities for those in school
values driven, to ‘be kind, work hard, aim high’.
 
We can offer you:
excellent opportunities for training and development
a dedicated, highly skilled and committed staff, upholding high expectations and aspirations for all of our pupils
a strong sense of community and a warm, welcoming workplace
frequent opportunities to collaborate with teachers and support staff to develop and share best practice.
 
If you are a dynamic individual who enjoys a challenge and possesses excellent communication skills, this vital role in our school could be the ideal opportunity for you.

If you would like further details about the vacancy or if you would like to arrange a visit, please email lgordon01@jcsc.co.uk.
 
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. It is essential that all staff and volunteers share this commitment. You can view our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy online. An enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service is required for all posts. 

How to apply:
Please send completed application forms by email to Linda Gordon, Business Support Officer: lgordon01@jcsc.co.uk.
The closing date for applications is 09:00 on Friday 10 July 2026.
Interviews will take place on Monday 13 July 2026.

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