Attendance and Pastoral Practitioner (fixed-term contract until July 2026)

We are now looking for a committed Attendance and Pastoral Practitioner, who will work within our strong pastoral team, helping our children to be in school on time and to be ready for learning, using our behaviour initiatives to encourage pupils to make the most of their learning opportunities. We need a practitioner who will be an inspirational role model to our children and work with staff and families to give our pupils the best start to their education.

Strategic purpose of the role:

• To ensure that the statutory obligations around pupil attendance, the reporting of pupil attendance and the integrity of attendance registers is maintained.


• Under the direction of the Safeguarding Lead, ensure that safeguarding policies and procedures are followed to ensure the safety of pupils and staff and be a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead


• To develop, lead and manage a range of mentoring programmes ensuring that resources of the Academy are used effectively and efficiently to support vulnerable pupils


What the school offers its staff

Why join us?

Wonderful children:behaviour and attitudes are exceptional, and pupils appreciate the opportunities they receive

A supportive environment: join a friendly team that values collaboration and growth

Training and development:access our strong programme for professional development

An inclusive community: a school committed to the enjoyment, achievement and wellbeing for all

Further details about the role

About our school:

Our vision at Ark Tindal is to provide an exceptional education that inspires all children to flourish into confident, successful and well-rounded individuals. We have a strong focus on character development and pastoral well-being, as well as the academic curriculum.We are a two-form entry primary school and getting to know our children and families is at the heart of everything we do. We offer support to the community, and we hold regular events which enable parents and carers to share in the life of the school and in their children's learning.

Ark Tindal is a nurturing, exciting and innovative place to learn and to teach. "Team Tindal" is a strong community, and our staff see themselves as one big family. We take staff wellbeing seriously, recognise the importance of effective communication and do what we can to support our team, encouraging our staff to be proactive in promoting each other's wellbeing.We are committed to the development of our staff and have an extensive professional development offering, which enables us to work to our highest potential. Mentors provide additional support and guidance for our new staff.

You will also be part of Ark's thriving hub of primary and secondary schools in Birmingham working with regional teams, which offer additional guidance and support in aspects of the role.

Staff say that this is an exciting place to work where they are lucky to be part of a supportive and welcoming team:'I have never been so well equipped in my role - CPD is taken seriously, and I have access to a broad range of training.'

Visitors say that our children are polite, hard-working, inquisitive and charming. The exemplary behaviour of pupils is often remarked upon.

Children tell us that they feel safe and happy and look forward to coming to school each day.

Parents are grateful for the opportunities to get involved that help them to support their children.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred.