Attendance Officer
City of Derby Academy
Derby
- £25,814 - £27,977 pro rata
- New
- Salary:
- Pay Scale 5 - £25,814 - £27,977 Pro Rata (£29,886 - £32,390 FTE)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 15 November 2026
Job overview
Permanent
37 hours, 39 weeks
Pay Scale 5 - £25,814 - £27,977 Pro Rata (£29,886 - £32,390 FTE)
Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence.
At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes. We believe every child, young person, and adult in a Tapestry school should feel they belong. Inclusion is woven through everything we do; no child’s chance of success should be limited by their background. We work to remove barriers, offer generous support, and champion every individual so they can succeed and flourish.
About the Role
We are seeking an organised and proactive Attendance Officer to support the delivery of our attendance strategy. You will monitor attendance and punctuality, identify concerns early, and work closely with students, families, staff and external agencies to improve attendance outcomes. The role is vital in reducing persistent absence, supporting pupil welfare and ensuring compliance with statutory attendance requirements.
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for a compassionate and resilient individual with strong communication and organisational skills. You will be confident working with families, analysing attendance data and implementing effective interventions to improve attendance. A good understanding of safeguarding, attention to detail and a commitment to supporting young people to achieve their full potential are essential. Experience within a school, attendance, pastoral or welfare setting would be advantageous.
About City of Derby Academy
City of Derby Academy is a school where every student and every member of staff is encouraged and supported to realise their full potential. Our culture is grounded in high expectations, strong and respectful relationships, and a deep commitment to inclusion.
Serving a wonderfully diverse community with more than 40 home languages, our vision is simple yet profound: to improve the life chances of every child.
We offer an ambitious curriculum, exceptional pastoral support and a wide range of enrichment opportunities, from educational visits and clubs to our thriving Combined Cadet Force.
Students develop academically, personally and socially, gaining the knowledge, skills and character they need for the next stage of their education, employment or training.
City of Derby Academy is a school where:
Diversity is celebrated, and inclusion underpins everything we do
Students feel safe, supported and able to thrive
High expectations drive achievement, ambition and pride
Relationships are strong, respectful and purposeful
Staff wellbeing and professional development are valued, and colleagues are proud to work here
City of Derby Academy is a place of possibility; a community united by the belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities, every single day.
Why Join Tapestry?
As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:
A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work–life balance
Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing
This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.
Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.
Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: . Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore shortlisted applicants are required to declare all unspent cautions or convictions, and any adult cautions or convictions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).
How to Apply:
If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role, or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this. Please call 01332 270450
Further details about our school can be found on our website:
To apply for this position, please visit our careers page via our website:
Closing date for applications: Sunday 15 November 2026, Midnight.
Interview date: TBC
Potential Start date: ASAP
Attached documents
About City of Derby Academy
- City of Derby Academy
- Farmhouse Road, Sinfin, Derby
- Derbyshire
- DE24 3AR
- United Kingdom
The City of Derby Academy serves a vibrant and diverse community to the south of Derby. With excellent transport links to Nottingham, Leicester, and the Peak District, the academy is ideally located. Our modern, well-equipped buildings, opened in 2008, provide an outstanding learning environment for our students.
We are proud to serve over 1,000 students aged 11–16, representing a richly multicultural community with more than 40 home languages. Our students are wonderful young people who bring energy, character, and ambition to our school every day.
As a school, we combine strong traditional values with a clear vision for the future. We expect all staff, led by the Headteacher and senior leadership team, to be highly visible role models. We place a strong emphasis on high standards: our students are smart, polite, hardworking, and proud to act as ambassadors for the academy.
We are a school on a journey of rapid improvement, driven by high aspirations for every member of our community. We are deeply committed to inclusion and to breaking down barriers to learning, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.
City of Derby Academy is an ambitious and forward-thinking school, seeking highly motivated professionals who want to make a meaningful difference. If you are passionate about education and ready to contribute to a culture of excellence and opportunity, we would be delighted to hear from you.
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