2-year fixed term to start as soon as possible – December 2027
32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus 5 Inset Days)
Grade 3 £20,411 to £21056 per annum (actual)

Blacon High School – More Than a School

Blacon High School is seeking an Attendance Assistant to work closely with the Attendance Team and key members of staff to promote excellent attendance across the school. The role focuses on reducing absence and supporting students and families to achieve high levels of attendance. A key aspect of the position is building strong, positive relationships with parents/carers and students, including undertaking home visits where appropriate to help improve attendance.

Key responsibilities include:

• To undertake home and school visits as designated by the school
• To identify and work with individuals and groups of students, using regular attendance checks
• To work closely with parents, carers and students to improve levels of attendance
• To collate information with regard to the attendance of students who may be experiencing attendance difficulties in order to inform school, Education Welfare and parents/carers
• Knowledge of SIMS would be an asset, but is not essential, as full training will be provided
• To work with groups of students to improve levels of attendance
• To work with parents and carers and other agencies in improving their child’s attendance record and coordinating parental support and training where appropriate
• To ensure all registers are completed and no missing marks or unexplained absences remain
• To assist with the identification of students who will receive support in improving their attendance record
• To ensure all unexplained absences are accounted for or send automated email requesting an explanation

We would like to hear from candidates who are:

• Committed to High Quality Inclusive Practice
• Committed to Safeguarding and the Wellbeing of our school community

• Able to motivate and inspire students to achieve their full potential
• Energetic with a can-do attitude
• Able to communicate effectively with students, staff and other stakeholders
• Committed to contributing to the personal development of every child.

In return, we will offer you:

• Friendly and supportive staff
• Attractive pension plan
• Free Gym facilities
• Onsite canteen
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Access to Bluelight scheme

If you answered yes to the above, you may be the right person to join our Attendance team.

How to apply

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs Rachel Hudson, Headteacher, on 01244 371475.

How to apply:

Please complete the online application form via the Cheshire West and Chester Council website. CVs will not be accepted.

For application queries, please email: lhadaway@blaconhigh.cheshire.sch.uk

Blacon High School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in line with Safer Recruitment in Education guidance.

Closing date for applications: Monday 23rd February 2026 at 12:00pm
Interviews will take place on: Wednesday 26th February 2026