Attendance & Welfare Officer

Pay Scale & Salary: £34,237 - £37,563 per annum FTE (SCP21-SCP25) Actual Salary: £29,283 - £32,128 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week. Term Time Only plus 5 days Contract: Permanent Start Date: ASAP The Featherstone Academy is looking to appoint an Attendance and Welfare Officer to join our committed and dynamic team to help secure the beneficial and regular attendance of all students of the academy. Successful candidates will have relevant experience of working with students and families, as the role involves supporting them, working closely with other external agencies. Excellent communication and organisation skills, a meticulous attention to detail and a pro-active attitude to problem solving are essential. Continually striving to achieve the best attendance levels for all and where necessary, carrying out the statutory duty of legal action. Working as part of the Resilience Academy Attendance team, helping devise strategies to maintain high student attendance levels, improve punctuality and reduce unauthorised absence at the academy and across the Trust. The Featherstone Academy is a small school with an inclusive culture and warm ethos, yet we have big ambitions to be a beacon of learning, aspiration and success for our local community. We are part of The Resilience Multi Academy Trust which has a reputation for high expectations for all, an innovative curriculum and excellent staff/student relationships. It is regarded as one of the most successful Trusts in the country and is recognised as an organisation that does things differently. Colleagues learn and grow alongside our students and feel that they are making a real difference to the lives of those they teach. We believe that traditional values of discipline and respect are sacrosanct. We do not tolerate bullying, defiance or rudeness, and this has made for a harmonious and safe learning environment for our young people and a supportive environment for staff. This is a real opportunity for you to make your mark, and as a growing Multi Academy Trust with an excellent reputation and access to high-quality CPD for all, there are always opportunities for career development for ambitious and committed colleagues. If you would like further information about the role, please contact Clare Thompson, PA to Principal at: The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, contractors, and visitors to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service and other statutory checks. To find out more information and to apply please visit - www.resiliencemat.uk/vacancies Closing date: Monday 24 August 2026 at 9.00 a.m. Interview date: w/c Monday 24 August 2026 Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £29,283.00-£32,128.00 per year Work Location: In person