Attendance and Pastoral Officer

St Francis CMAT, incorporated; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

St Francis CMAT, incorporated in Doncaster is seeking an Attendance & Pastoral Officer dedicated to improving school attendance and offering exceptional pastoral support to students and families. This role is an opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive, community-focused environment.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate compassion and proactive organizational skills, aligning with our commitment to nurture talent and prioritize wellness. Applications are due by 11th September 2026 at 9am.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capability to lead school attendance initiatives.
• Ability to provide high-quality pastoral support for pupils.
• Commitment to professional growth and community involvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives for whole-school attendance improvement.
• Provide pastoral support for students and families.
• Collaborate with staff to promote compassion in lessons.

Skills

Compassion

Organisational Skills

Proactivity

Job description

St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Doncaster

Contract: Permanent – Term Time Only - 30 hours

Start Date: Monday 2nd November 2026 (Earlier/later start dates would be considered)

Reporting to Headteacher

Closing Date: Friday 11 September 2026 at 9am

Interviews Week commencing 13th July 2026

About the Role

We are seeking to recruit a compassionate, organised and proactive Attendance & Pastoral Officer to lead whole‑school attendance improvement and provide high‑quality pastoral support for pupils and families. This is an exciting chance to make a measurable difference to the lives of pupils across a diverse one‑form entry school and to grow professionally within the St. Francis Catholic Multi Academy Trust.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead whole‑school attendance improvement initiatives.
• Provide high‑quality pastoral support for pupils and families.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to embed kindness, humility and compassion in lessons.
• Support learning by fostering a love of learning, thirst for knowledge, and a passion for making the world a better place.

Candidate Profile

We look for individuals who demonstrate compassion, organisation and proactivity, and who are committed to supporting our schools with community, wisdom, and awe.

About St Francis

At St Francis, we are passionate about being the Employer of Choice, committed to nurturing talent, succession planning, and providing outstanding training and development. We also dedicate ourselves to the highest level of support for wellbeing and personal growth.

Application Process

To find out more about the role please review the recruitment pack. Completed application forms should be returned to [e-mail] by the closing date of Friday 11 September 2026 at 9am.