Trust Attendance Lead
Unity Schools Partnership Trust Office (Working with our schools across East Anglia and north-east London) (hybrid with regular attendance at Trust offices and travel to schools as required)
Contract: permanent, 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
Salary: Grade 7 SP 30-35, (£47,643 - £53,182 per annum).
Job Start: As soon as possible
Annual leave: 24 days holiday rising to 29 days holiday after 5 years’ service plus bank holidays
Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme
Play a key role in improving attendance and transforming outcomes for pupils Unity Schools Partnership (40 primary, secondary and special schools across East Anglia and north-east London) is seeking a highly organised, resilient and child-centred Trust Attendance Officer to support schools in improving attendance, reducing persistent absence and ensuring every pupil is well-supported to attend, achieve and thrive. Why this role matters Attendance is fundamental to pupil success. This role sits at the heart of our work to ensure every child attends regularly and feels ready to learn. You will work across the Trust and with schools to strengthen attendance systems, provide expert advice and disseminate effective practice, balancing support and challenge to secure positive outcomes for pupils and families. What we’re looking for You’ll bring: · experience of working with schools and leaders, alongside strong organisational and analytical skills; · sound judgement, resilience and the ability to build effective relationships while maintaining professional challenge; · a strong understanding of attendance practice, national policy, safeguarding and multi-agency working; · professional judgement, discretion and a real commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding; · a commitment to inclusion, equality and our values of integrity, inclusion and kindness; · skill in building and maintaining positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders. Why join us? A pivotal role in a growing Trust, working closely with senior leaders and colleagues across a family of schools.
For full details of our benefits, please see the candidate pack.
Closing Date: 9.00 am, Monday 21st September
Interviews: Friday 2nd October
For an informal discussion, contact Stephen Astley via [email protected] or by calling 07711486791
To apply, please visit https://candidate.unitysp-careers.co.uk/323668UTY. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from under-represented groups as well as colleagues from majority groups who share our values. Flexible working options, including part-time and job-share will be considered. Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.
In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.
We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.
Closing Date
2026-09-21