Attendance Improvement Officer - First Federation Trust
- East Devon, Teignbridge, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- £14,828 - £16,395 actual (£39,862 –-44,075 Full Time Equivalent)
Location: Newton Abbot or Exmouth Head offices, plus travel to schools
Required to start as soon as possible.
Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of children and families across our trust?
• Are you proactive, well organised and highly analytic?
• Do you believe that every day in school matters?
• Are you ready to join an inclusive Multi Academy Trust where we are aspirational for all our pupils to flourish and achieve?
As a trust, we believe that excellent attendance is central to pupil success. We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly driven individual that would champion the importance of attendance and join our mission ensuring every pupil at First Federation belongs, achieves and flourishes in their school community.
This is a vital role to work as part of the central Inclusion team. Working across our family of primary school from Weymouth to Plymouth, you will be pivotal in supporting schools to consistently improve attendance for all pupils and break down any barriers to attending school. You will be self-driven and with an excellent attention to detail. You will work closely with the Director of Inclusion, trust and school leaders to secure improvements in attendance and fulfil our statutory duties whilst promoting the impacts of good attendance.
If you want to talk further about the role please get in touch.
About the First Federation Trust
Our trust started life as a small group of schools in South Devon and our founding schools have been working together since 2006. We have a wonderfully diverse family of 29 primary schools which range from two-class village schools to much larger, urban primaries, which benefit greatly from working collaboratively, sharing collective experience, and providing support and inspiration to one another.
We are driven by our values and committed to providing the best possible education for all the children in our schools. Our vision is that every individual will aspire, flourish and achieve within the heart of their community.
We offer staff the chance to expand on their skills and knowledge, and progress within the organisation. From our partnership with SWIFT Training, which offers Initial Teacher Training with Primary Teacher Training Courses and PGCE, face-to-face training and work experience opportunities, to promoting outstanding career development through our professional development pathways, we support our colleagues at every step of their career.
To find out more visit the website, follow us on X or LinkedIn or get in touch by email or telephone (01626) 244920.
Safeguarding Information
First Federation Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.
The specific Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy for each of our schools can be found in the safeguarding section of their website, together with information about who the Designated Safeguarding Lead and other Level 3 trained staff are.
All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search. Applications supported by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
How to Apply
To apply please visit The First Federation Trust | SAMpeople Recruit
Please apply by midday 20th April 2026.
Applications from agencies will not be accepted.
Interview Date: Week commencing 27th April 2026
Job Details
- OrganisationOther Organisations
- Work LocationEast DevonTeignbridgeDevon
- Work Postcode
Devon
- Reference
JS08085
- Occupational GroupEducation Support
- Salary Details
£14,828 - £16,395 actual (£39,862 –-44,075 Full Time Equivalent)
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypePart TimeTerm Time
- Hours
16 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
- Closing Date
19/04/2026
- DBS Check Required
Yes