Attendance Manager

TONG LEADERSHIP ACADEMY; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A state-of-the-art secondary school in West Yorkshire is looking for a dedicated individual to support students in overcoming attendance challenges. This role requires experience or a degree related to improving school attendance, alongside strong administrative skills. The successful candidate will work with a committed team to enhance the education of young people in a disadvantaged community. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on students' futures while being part of a rapidly improving educational environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlements

Healthcare cash plans

Qualifications

• Degree or significant demonstrable experience in improving attendance.
• Experience of working in an administrative setting.
• Understanding of societal challenges that impact attendance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding support to help young people in a disadvantaged community.
• Join a dedicated team committed to the best education for pupils.

Skills

Improving attendance in a school setting

Administrative experience

Understanding societal challenges

MS Office proficiency

Ability to prioritize work efficiently

Education

Degree or significant experience

Job description

About the Role

Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver outstanding support to help young people in a disadvantaged community? If so, joining the Star support team might just be the best career move you ever make. This is your opportunity to join a dedicated team of support staff who are committed to providing the best possible education for our pupils.

About Tong Leadership Academy

Tong Leadership Academy is a state‑of‑the‑art secondary school in Bradford. We joined Star Academies in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. We are a rapidly improving school with high ambitions and expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge‑based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader. We were graded as ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted during our most recent inspection in October 2023.

Qualifications

• Degree or significant demonstrable experience in improving attendance in a school setting.
• Experience of working in an administrative setting.
• An understanding of the societal challenges facing young people and how these can impact on low attendance and aspirations.
• The ability to use MS Office software packages such as Word, Excel and Outlook, as well as Explorer and databases.
• The ability to prioritise, work efficiently and accurately, particularly under pressure, to deadlines and using own initiative.

About Star Academies

Star Academies is a high‑performing multi‑academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values‑based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you'll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person's future – our STAR values embody what we believe is needed to succeed. Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub, Star Talent Academy. With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level. We can also offer you a range of rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans.

Key Dates

Closing date: Friday, 23 January 2026 at midnight.
Interview date: Monday, 26 January 2026.
Proposed start date: Monday, 2 March 2026.

Application Process

To apply for this vacancy please use the ‘Apply for job’ link below. You should ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the vast majority of the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

Our Commitment

Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.