Term-Time Attendance & Pastoral Lead (1-Year)

Durham County Council; Consett; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Delves Lane Primary School in Consett is seeking a part-time Attendance and Pastoral Officer (Grade 7) on a fixed-term contract for one year to 31 August 2027. The role focuses on improving attendance and pupil welfare with strong emphasis on safeguarding and family engagement.

The post involves data analysis, liaising with families, home visits, and delivering drop-in sessions for parents and carers, while building trusting relationships with pupils and their families.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse attendance data and identify trends.
• Experience supporting pupils and families in school settings.

Responsibilities

• Analyse attendance data and liaise with families to improve figures.
• Carry out home visits and organise drop-in sessions for parents and carers.
• Provide pastoral support to pupils and collaborate with early help and safeguarding.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and school staff.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attendance data analysis

Education

Early Years qualifications

Job description

Delves Lane Primary School in Consett is seeking a part-time Attendance and Pastoral Officer (Grade 7) on a fixed-term contract for one year to 31 August 2027. The role focuses on improving attendance and pupil welfare with strong emphasis on safeguarding and family engagement.

The post involves data analysis, liaising with families, home visits, and delivering drop-in sessions for parents and carers, while building trusting relationships with pupils and their families.