Attendance and Welfare Manager

Wakefield Council

  • Wakefield
  • £30,833-33,260 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
At Kettlethorpe High School, we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive and attendance is the key that unlocks their potential. With a passionate team, a supportive environment, and a renewed focus on student wellbeing, this is an exciting time to join us.We're looking for a motivated and compassionate Attendance and Welfare Manager to lead our attendance strategy and make a lasting difference in the lives of our students. This is more than just a data role, it's about building relationships, breaking down barriers, and helping young people stay engaged in their education.What makes this role exciting?
  • Lead with Insight: Manage and monitor whole-school attendance data, identifying trends and driving targeted interventions.
  • Work Across Teams: Collaborate with pastoral, SEND, and safeguarding teams to support students holistically.
  • Be a Guiding Force: Support students and families in overcoming challenges that impact attendance, helping them re-engage and succeed.
  • Shape the Culture: Be part of a school that's investing in wellbeing and inclusion.
Who we're looking for:
  • A confident communicator who can build trust with students, families, and staff.
  • Someone with a proactive mindset and a passion for student welfare.
  • A strategic thinker who can turn data into action and lead a team with clarity and purpose.
If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a school that's truly student-focused, we'd love to hear from you.The successful applicant will be required to provide criminal conviction information and complete a Disclosure Application Form.For further information and an application form can be downloaded fromCompleted application forms need to be returned to the school F.A.O Sue Thompson, HR Manager no later than noon on Friday 12 September 2025.Job title Attendance and Welfare Manager Job reference 243824 Date posted 29/08/2025 Application closing date 12/09/2025 Location Kettlethorpe High School, Standbridge Lane, Sandal, Wakefield WF2 7EL Salary £30,832.61 - £33,260.07 per annum (actual) Package Grade 8 - 37 hours per week term time plus inset days Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Job category/type School, School Support, Term time Attachments Job descriptionAt Kettlethorpe High School, we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive and attendance is the key that unlocks their potential. With a passionate team, a supportive environment, and a renewed focus on student wellbeing, this is an exciting time to join us.We're looking for a motivated and compassionate Attendance and Welfare Manager to lead our attendance strategy and make a lasting difference in the lives of our students. This is more than just a data role, it's about building relationships, breaking down barriers, and helping young people stay engaged in their education.What makes this role exciting?
  • Lead with Insight: Manage and monitor whole-school attendance data, identifying trends and driving targeted interventions.
  • Work Across Teams: Collaborate with pastoral, SEND, and safeguarding teams to support students holistically.
  • Be a Guiding Force: Support students and families in overcoming challenges that impact attendance, helping them re-engage and succeed.
  • Shape the Culture: Be part of a school that's investing in wellbeing and inclusion.
Who we're looking for:
  • A confident communicator who can build trust with students, families, and staff.
  • Someone with a proactive mindset and a passion for student welfare.
  • A strategic thinker who can turn data into action and lead a team with clarity and purpose.
If you're passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a school that's truly student-focused, we'd love to hear from you.The successful applicant will be required to provide criminal conviction information and complete a Disclosure Application Form.For further information and an application form can be downloaded fromCompleted application forms need to be returned to the school F.A.O Sue Thompson, HR Manager no later than noon on Friday 12 September 2025.

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