Attendance Officer-Liverpool Secondary School

1st September start
Full Time
Posted about 19 hours ago
Expiring 21st July
Liverpool
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Job description

We are looking for a highly organised, detail-focused and proactive Attendance Officer who will take real ownership of pupil attendance and the quality of attendance data across the school. The successful candidate will be relentless in supporting the school's mission to improve pupil attendance and remove barriers that prevent pupils from accessing education. They will combine warmth and approachability with the confidence to challenge where required, working closely with pupils, parents and carers to encourage positive engagement and ensure pupils are in school. This is a role for a forward-thinking individual who is motivated by outcomes, understands the importance of accurate attendance data and will proactively identify concerns, patterns and opportunities for early intervention. Take ownership of the accuracy, quality and consistency of pupil attendance data across the school. Accurately record and code attendance in line with school procedures and statutory attendance requirements. Monitor attendance data closely, identifying patterns, emerging concerns and pupils requiring additional support or intervention. Proactively follow up on pupil absence and maintain clear, accurate records of communication and actions taken. Work closely with pupils, parents and carers to understand and help remove barriers to regular school attendance. Build positive and professional relationships with families, remaining warm and approachable while confidently challenging poor attendance where required. Conduct home visits where appropriate as part of the school's attendance and pupil support processes. Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams and school leaders to improve individual and whole-school attendance. Communicate attendance concerns clearly and confidently with parents, carers and internal colleagues. Take a proactive and forward-thinking approach to attendance, identifying opportunities for early intervention rather than waiting for concerns to escalate. Support the implementation of attendance strategies, interventions and action plans. Produce accurate attendance information and reports to support school leaders in understanding performance and measuring impact. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive pupil and family information with professionalism and discretion. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, working approximately 8.00am–4.00pm. The role will include home visits where required.
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This welcoming and forward-looking academy is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to achieve their personal best. Serving the community in south Liverpool, our school celebrates diversity and individuality while fostering a strong sense of belonging and respect among students and staff alike. Guided by the vision to inspire ambition and unlock potential, the school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that challenges, engages, and prepares students for success in further education, training, and employment. At the heart of the school’s ethos are values of respect, resilience, and responsibility. Alongside high-quality teaching, our school provides strong pastoral support and a caring community that promotes wellbeing, inclusion, and personal growth. Staff are dedicated to helping students become confident, compassionate, and motivated young people who contribute positively to their local community and beyond.

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    Secondary school in LiverpoolFull Time
    1 Sep 2026 - 23 Jul 2027
    We are looking for an exceptionally organised, proactive and detail-focused Cover Manager / Reprographics Coordinator to take ownership of two important operational functions within the school. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating daily staffing cover, ensuring that every class is appropriately covered and that accurate information is available to senior leaders ahead of the school day. Working to tight morning deadlines, they will liaise confidently with internal departments and external organisations, maintaining clear communication and ensuring agreed cover procedures are consistently followed. Alongside cover management, the role will coordinate the school's reprographics function, ensuring printing requests are planned, timely and managed in line with school protocols and departmental budgets. This role requires someone who is highly organised, confident working at pace and comfortable appropriately challenging colleagues when agreed processes are not being followed. The successful candidate will take ownership, identify potential issues early and maintain high standards of accuracy and consistency. Cover Management Take ownership of the daily coordination and organisation of staff cover across the school. Respond quickly and effectively to staff absences, ensuring classes are appropriately covered and disruption to pupils and learning is minimised. Liaise with external staffing organisations and other relevant providers to secure appropriate cover where required. Coordinate with relevant departments and Heads of Department to ensure cover arrangements are effective and clearly communicated. Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of staff absence, cover arrangements and daily staffing requirements. Update the school's duty rota each morning, ensuring accurate information is available ahead of the 8.00am Headteacher's briefing. Prepare clear, accurate and consistent briefing information for senior leaders, including relevant staffing data and in/out ratios. Ensure Heads of Department and other relevant colleagues are informed promptly of cover arrangements and any changes affecting their teams. Monitor compliance with the school's cover procedures and confidently challenge where agreed protocols are not being followed. Anticipate potential cover pressures and proactively identify solutions before they impact the effective running of the school. Build effective professional relationships with school staff and external organisations to support the smooth coordination of daily cover. Reprographics Coordination Coordinate the day-to-day operation of the school's reprographics function, ensuring an efficient, consistent and responsive service. Ensure staff follow the school's agreed printing and reprographics protocols. Manage printing and reprographics requests, ensuring they are submitted within agreed timescales and completed in a timely manner. Monitor reprographics usage and expenditure against individual departmental budgets. Maintain accurate records to support effective budget monitoring and cost control. Audit printing activity and departmental usage to identify trends, potential overspend or areas of concern. Proactively flag potential budget issues to the appropriate school leader before overspend occurs. Confidently challenge inappropriate or excessive usage and ensure agreed processes are consistently applied across the school. Support the school in identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and achieve value for money within reprographics. This is a full-time, Monday to Friday role with a 7.15am start. The successful candidate must be reliable and able to work effectively to critical early-morning deadlines.
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    Posted about 19 hours ago
  • KS2 Class Teaching Assistant - Liverpool Primary
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    Summary: We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils' academic, social and emotional development, helping to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children in Years 3–6 and making a positive impact on their educational journey. Key Responsibilities: Support the class teacher with the delivery of engaging KS2 lessons and classroom activities. Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning and improve attainment. Assist pupils with literacy, numeracy and other curriculum subjects. Support pupils with varying learning needs, including those with SEND where required. Encourage positive behaviour and help maintain a calm, inclusive classroom environment. Prepare learning resources and assist with classroom organisation. Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher. Promote pupils' confidence, independence and participation in learning. Supervise pupils during break times, educational visits and other activities when required. Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers. Follow safeguarding procedures and contribute to the overall wellbeing of all pupils.
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    1 Sep 2026 - 21 Jul 2027
    We are looking for a highly organised, detail-focused and proactive Attendance Officer who will take real ownership of pupil attendance and the quality of attendance data across the school. The successful candidate will be relentless in supporting the school's mission to improve pupil attendance and remove barriers that prevent pupils from accessing education. They will combine warmth and approachability with the confidence to challenge where required, working closely with pupils, parents and carers to encourage positive engagement and ensure pupils are in school. This is a role for a forward-thinking individual who is motivated by outcomes, understands the importance of accurate attendance data and will proactively identify concerns, patterns and opportunities for early intervention. Take ownership of the accuracy, quality and consistency of pupil attendance data across the school. Accurately record and code attendance in line with school procedures and statutory attendance requirements. Monitor attendance data closely, identifying patterns, emerging concerns and pupils requiring additional support or intervention. Proactively follow up on pupil absence and maintain clear, accurate records of communication and actions taken. Work closely with pupils, parents and carers to understand and help remove barriers to regular school attendance. Build positive and professional relationships with families, remaining warm and approachable while confidently challenging poor attendance where required. Conduct home visits where appropriate as part of the school's attendance and pupil support processes. Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams and school leaders to improve individual and whole-school attendance. Communicate attendance concerns clearly and confidently with parents, carers and internal colleagues. Take a proactive and forward-thinking approach to attendance, identifying opportunities for early intervention rather than waiting for concerns to escalate. Support the implementation of attendance strategies, interventions and action plans. Produce accurate attendance information and reports to support school leaders in understanding performance and measuring impact. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive pupil and family information with professionalism and discretion. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, working approximately 8.00am–4.00pm. The role will include home visits where required.
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    Posted about 19 hours ago
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    Secondary school in LiverpoolFull Time
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  • Maths Class Teacher - Liverpool Secondary
    Secondary school in LiverpoolFull Time
    1 Sep 2026 - 16 Jul 2027
    Job Title: Teacher of Mathematics Location: Liverpool area (Secondary) Start Date: September Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Main Pay Scale / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS) Job Purpose We are seeking an enthusiastic, innovative, and dedicated Teacher of Mathematics to join our high-performing and supportive Mathematics department. The successful candidate will be passionate about numbers, committed to raising student attainment, and capable of inspiring a love for problem-solving across all key stages. Whether you are an Early Career Teacher (ECT) looking for a nurturing environment to start your career, or an experienced practitioner seeking a new challenge, we want to hear from you. Our Vision: We believe that every student can achieve excellence in Mathematics. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where curiosity is encouraged, and resilience is built through every equation. Key Responsibilities Teaching and Learning - Plan and deliver high-quality, engaging, and differentiated Mathematics lessons to students across Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (with opportunities for Key Stage 5 for qualified candidates). - Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel challenged and supported. - Incorporate digital learning and modern pedagogical techniques to make abstract mathematical concepts accessible and relevant. Assessment and Tracking - Monitor and assess student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback that helps students close gaps in their learning. - Utilize data-driven insights to identify underachieving students and implement effective intervention strategies. - Prepare students thoroughly for external examinations (GCSEs), ensuring they are confident in their exam techniques. Professional and Pastoral Duties - Act as a Form Tutor, supporting the pastoral care, wellbeing, and academic progress of a designated group of students. - Collaborate with colleagues within the Mathematics department to share best practices, resources, and scheme-of-work developments. - Engage in continuous professional development (CPD) and actively participate in school-wide initiatives and parents' evenings. Person Specification Qualifications & Training - Essential: A UK recognized teaching qualification (QTS/PGCE) or equivalent. - Essential: A degree in Mathematics, or a highly relevant STEM discipline. Experience & Knowledge - Strong subject knowledge of the current UK National Curriculum for Mathematics at KS3 and KS4. - Proven track record (or potential, for ECTs) of delivering strong academic progress and fostering high student engagement. - Understanding of diverse learning needs, with the ability to support both high-prior-attaining students and those requiring additional learning support. Personal Attributes - Passionate communicator who can make Mathematics exciting and relatable. - Resilient, adaptable, and collaborative team player with excellent organizational skills. - High expectations of student behavior, effort, and achievement. What We Offer - A highly supportive and collaborative department with dedicated resource spaces. - A comprehensive induction program and tailored CPD opportunities, including excellent support for ECTs. - A vibrant school community with well-behaved, motivated students who are eager to learn.
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    Posted 7 days ago
  • Science Class Teacher - Liverpool Secondary
    Secondary school in LiverpoolFull Time
    1 Sep 2026
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    Posted 7 days ago
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    Posted 8 days ago
  • General Cover SENco Teacher - Liverpool Secondary
    Secondary school in LiverpoolFull Time
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    Posted 10 days ago
  • PPA Cover, Nursery Class Teacher - Halton Primary
    Primary school in HaltonFull Time
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    SEN School school in LiverpoolFull Time
    1 Sep 2026 - 1 Sep 2027
    As an SEN Teacher within our Primary SEN Base, you will provide high-quality, inclusive teaching for children with complex special educational needs. You will plan and deliver a broad, engaging, and differentiated primary curriculum that is tailored to meet the individual learning, communication, social, emotional, and sensory needs of each pupil. Working within a nurturing and supportive environment, you will create meaningful learning experiences that enable pupils to develop academically, socially, emotionally, and in their independence. You will use a range of evidence-based teaching strategies, adaptive approaches, and specialist interventions to ensure all pupils can achieve their individual potential. You will work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, families, and external professionals to develop and implement personalised learning programmes, Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and behaviour support strategies. You will regularly assess pupil progress, monitor outcomes, and adapt provision to ensure learning remains responsive to each child's needs. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of SEND practice and inclusive education, with experience of supporting pupils with a range of complex needs, including autism, severe learning difficulties, communication and interaction needs, sensory processing differences, physical disabilities, and associated medical or behavioural needs.
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    Posted 14 days ago
  • Year 8 Class Teacher - Primary Curriculum
    SEN School school in KnowsleyFull Time
    1 Sep 2026 - 29 Jan 2027
    As a Year 8 SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) Teacher, you will provide a nurturing, structured, and inclusive learning environment for students whose social, emotional, and mental health needs present barriers to learning. Working with Key Stage 3 learners accessing a primary-style curriculum, you will deliver engaging, differentiated lessons that focus on securing core literacy, numeracy, communication, and personal development skills while supporting each student's emotional wellbeing and readiness to learn. You will build positive, trusting relationships with students, using trauma-informed and restorative approaches to promote engagement, resilience, and self-regulation. The role requires adapting teaching strategies to meet individual learning needs, implementing personalised support plans, and working collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists, families, and external professionals to ensure every student can achieve their full potential. Alongside delivering high-quality teaching, you will monitor academic progress, assess learning against individual targets, and contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews where appropriate. You will maintain high expectations for behaviour through consistent routines, positive behaviour support, and effective de-escalation strategies, creating a safe and supportive classroom environment. The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting vulnerable young people, committed to inclusive education, and able to inspire confidence, independence, and a love of learning in students who have experienced barriers to success. They will demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and creativity in delivering a curriculum that balances academic achievement with personal, social, and emotional development, preparing students for future learning and positive life outcomes.
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    Posted 16 days ago
  • SEN Teaching Assistant - Liverpool Primary
    Primary school in LiverpoolFull Time
    1 Sep 2026 - 23 Jul 2027
    Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming primary school community in Liverpool. This role is integral to our commitment to providing an inclusive, nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential. The successful candidate will work closely with a young pupil with Down syndrome, offering personalised 1:1 support to facilitate thier learning and development in line with our school's ethos of respect, collaboration, and holistic education. This is a full-time position, starting September 2026. Key Responsibilities: - Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a pupil with Down syndrome, implementing personalised learning strategies aligned with the child's needs and developmental goals. - Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering tailored activities that promote inclusion, independence, and engagement within the classroom setting. - Foster a positive, respectful environment that encourages the child's social and emotional development, adhering to the school's values of kindness, respect, and community. - Support the pupil during lessons, ensuring they are fully included in all activities while promoting their confidence and participation. - Monitor and record the pupil’s progress, providing feedback to teaching staff and contributing to the development of individualised learning plans. - Support the wider class community by assisting with classroom organisation and behaviour management in a manner consistent with the school's ethos. - Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and external professionals to ensure a consistent, holistic approach to the child's education and well-being. - Uphold the school's safeguarding policies and promote a safe, inclusive space for all pupils.
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    Posted 17 days ago
  • Nursery Class Teaching Assistant - Liverpool Primary
    Primary school in LiverpoolFull Time
    1 Sep 2026 - 23 Jul 2027
    Summary We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Primary Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant primary school community in Liverpool. This full-time role is integral to supporting our school’s mission to nurture confident, resilient learners within an inclusive, caring environment that values individual growth, curiosity, and respect. The successful candidate will contribute to creating a stimulating and supportive classroom atmosphere aligned with our ethos of fostering holistic development and a love of learning. The position is available immediately, with ongoing opportunities to work within a dynamic team committed to high standards of education and well-being. Key Responsibilities - Provide high-quality, individualised support to pupils, including those with special educational needs, ensuring their needs are met in line with the school's inclusive ethos. - Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging lessons, supporting different learning styles and abilities. - Manage classroom behaviour effectively to promote a calm, positive learning environment that reflects the school’s values of respect, kindness, and cooperation. - Support pupils’ social and emotional development, fostering independence and resilience in line with the school's pastoral approach. - Lead small group activities and interventions to target specific learning objectives, working collaboratively with teachers and specialists. - Provide 1:1 support for pupils with specific needs, including those requiring additional guidance or supervision. - Assist with the preparation of learning materials and the organisation of classroom resources. - Lead classroom activities independently during teacher PPA time, demonstrating capability to manage the class effectively and ensure continuity of learning. - Uphold the school’s standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and behaviour management at all times. - Contribute to a positive school community by participating in school events, meetings, and ongoing professional development.
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    Posted 17 days ago
  • General Cover, KS1 Hlta - Liverpool Primary
    Primary school in LiverpoolFull Time
    1 Sep 2026 - 16 Jul 2027
    Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Primary Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant primary school community in Liverpool. This role is integral to supporting our school's mission to provide a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. The successful candidate will be committed to upholding our values of respect, curiosity, and excellence, contributing to the development of confident and resilient learners. This is a full-time position, with work scheduled during term time to support the delivery of high-quality education and pastoral care. ECTs are warmly welcomed to apply, alongside experienced practitioners with a minimum Level 3 qualification and relevant classroom experience. Key Responsibilities: - Provide individualised support to pupils, including those with special educational needs, to facilitate their engagement and progress within the classroom setting, ensuring alignment with the school's inclusive ethos. - Assist the class teacher with planning, preparation, and resource organisation to support effective lesson delivery. - Manage the classroom environment, including behaviour management and ensuring a positive, safe, and stimulating space conducive to learning. - Deliver support within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, promoting developmentally appropriate activities that encourage exploration and learning. - Lead small group or one-to-one interventions, especially for pupils requiring additional support, to help close attainment gaps. - Take responsibility for classroom management and behaviour during lessons, capable of running the class independently during teacher PPA time, in line with HLTA responsibilities. - Support the assessment and tracking of pupil progress, providing feedback to teachers to inform future planning. - Contribute to a nurturing school culture by promoting positive relationships and encouraging pupils’ social and emotional development. - Comply with school policies and procedures, including safeguarding and health and safety protocols, ensuring the welfare of all pupils.
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    Posted 17 days ago
  • Class Teacher - Wirral Sen-school
    SEN School school in WirralFull Time
    1 Sep 2026 - 16 Jul 2027
    Teacher – SEN School | Wallasey | Temp to Perm We're looking for an enthusiastic and versatile teacher to join a small, welcoming SEN school in Wallasey on a temp-to-perm basis from September. This is an all-round teaching role, delivering a broad and engaging curriculum to pupils up to Year 9. Learners are working at different stages of their educational journey, so you'll be confident adapting lessons and supporting the development of core Maths and English skills alongside a range of other subjects. We're looking for someone who: Holds QTS (preferred) Has SEN experience or a genuine passion for specialist education Enjoys teaching across a range of subjects Can tailor learning to meet individual needs Is creative, flexible and committed to helping every pupil thrive This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive, close-knit team where you can make a real difference every day, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position
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    Posted 17 days ago

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