Attendance & Learning Support Facilitator (Maternity Cover)

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Attendance & Learning Support Facilitator (Maternity Cover) is needed across multiple schools within The Chelmsford Learning Partnership, including Boswells School in Chelmsford. Fixed term maternity cover up to 1 year, 37 hours/week, 39 weeks/year (term time plus inset days).

The role combines attendance support, SEND administration and student welfare responsibilities, with DBS checks and safeguarding procedures in place.

Qualifications

• Experience of administrative work within a busy school environment.
• Educated to Level 3 standard or equivalent.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and database systems.
• Able to build positive and professional relationships with students, parents, staff and external agencies.
• Understands safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection.
• Good understanding of SEND and barriers some young people face in accessing education.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Remains calm, professional and solution focused in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Supporting attendance monitoring and follow-up processes.
• Making daily contact with parents and carers regarding student absence.
• Producing attendance reports, letters and documentation using Bromcom and Microsoft Office.
• Assisting with safeguarding and attendance interventions, including home visits where required.
• Maintaining SEND records, databases and documentation.
• Organising and attending SEND review meetings.
• Supporting annual reviews, EHCP processes and SEND administration.
• Assisting with examination access arrangements in conjunction with the SENCO and Exams Officer.
• Working collaboratively with staff, families and external agencies to support student success.

Skills

Administrative work

Organisational skills

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Database systems

SEND knowledge

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

Level 3 standard or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Attendance & Learning Support Facilitator (Maternity Cover)

More than one location, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership

6 days remaining to apply

As soon as possible

15 October 2026

This teaching role is at more than one school in the trust. You can find out more in schools overview.

Job details

Job role

• Learning support or cover supervisor

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Fixed term - (Maternity Cover - Up to 1 Year) - Maternity or parental leave cover

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a dedicated, organised and compassionate Attendance & Learning Support Facilitator to join our team on a maternity cover basis for up to one year. This is a varied and rewarding role which combines attendance support, SEND administration and student welfare responsibilities, making a real difference to the educational experience and outcomes of our young people.

What the school offers its staff

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of administrative work within a busy school environment.
• Is educated to Level 3 standard or equivalent.
• Has excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Is confident using Microsoft Office and database systems.
• Can build positive and professional relationships with students, parents, staff and external agencies.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection.
• Has a good understanding of SEND and the barriers some young people face in accessing education.
• Is able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Remains calm, professional and solution focused in a busy environment.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Attendance & Learning Support Facilitator (Maternity Cover - Up to 1 Year)

Join the inclusive and high-performing team at Boswells School and help make a lasting difference to student attendance, wellbeing and achievement.

Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days)

Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 7.30am to 3.30pm; Friday, 7.30am to 3.00pm

Contract: Fixed Term Maternity Cover (up to 1 year)

Join a thriving and ambitious school community

Boswells School is a highly regarded and oversubscribed secondary school in Chelmsford, known for its strong academic outcomes, inclusive ethos and commitment to supporting every student to achieve their full potential. We pride ourselves on fostering a positive, caring and ambitious environment where staff and students work collaboratively to achieve excellence.

We are seeking a dedicated, organised and compassionate Attendance & Learning Support Facilitator to join our team on a maternity cover basis for up to one year. This is a varied and rewarding role which combines attendance support, SEND administration and student welfare responsibilities, making a real difference to the educational experience and outcomes of our young people.

About the Role

• Supporting attendance monitoring and follow-up processes.
• Making daily contact with parents and carers regarding student absence.
• Producing attendance reports, letters and documentation using Bromcom and Microsoft Office.
• Assisting with safeguarding and attendance interventions, including home visits where required.
• Maintaining SEND records, databases and documentation.
• Organising and attending SEND review meetings.
• Supporting annual reviews, EHCP processes and SEND administration.
• Assisting with examination access arrangements in conjunction with the SENCO and Exams Officer.
• Working collaboratively with staff, families and external agencies to support student success.

About You

• Has experience of administrative work within a busy school environment.
• Is educated to Level 3 standard or equivalent.
• Has excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Is confident using Microsoft Office and database systems.
• Can build positive and professional relationships with students, parents, staff and external agencies.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection.
• Has a good understanding of SEND and the barriers some young people face in accessing education.
• Is able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Remains calm, professional and solution focused in a busy environment.

Why Join Boswells School?

Be part of a successful and supportive school community.

Work within an experienced and collaborative inclusion and pastoral team.

Make a genuine impact on student attendance, wellbeing and educational outcomes.

Access ongoing professional development opportunities.

Work in a school committed to safeguarding, inclusion and excellence for all.

Safeguarding

Boswells School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre-employment checks.

• childcare disqualification
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
• medical
• online and social media
• prohibition from teaching
• right to work
• satisfactory references
• suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. In line with recommended practice the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available on-line. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.

About The Chelmsford Learning Partnership

The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is a successful and established multi-academy trust based in Essex.

There are currently 11 schools in the CLP multi academy trust; Barnes Farm Primary School, Lakelands Primary School, Runwell Community Primary School, The Beaulieu Park School, The Boswells School, The Tyrrells Primary School, William de Ferrers School and Woodville Primary School.

We believe that, as a collective of schools, we are stronger together and that by working together we provide an outstanding education for every child in our family of schools.