Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead & Attendance Improvement Coordinator

Furzeham Primary and Nursery School are seeking a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and Attendance Improvement Coordinator to work with staff in ensuring the safeguarding of pupils, particularly those who are on a Child Protection Plan, Looked After or Vulnerable and coordinate aspects relating to those children on the School's Pastoral Register. In the role of Attendance Improvement Coordinator, the successful candidate will promote excellent attendance and punctuality and reduce absence levels. They will work with staff, parents / carers and external agencies to improve and maintain attendance and punctuality. You will be willing to take the opportunity to play a full part in the further development of our school and join us in our aims to make learning irresistible and to provide a nurturing and safe environment for everyone.

At Furzeham Primary and Nursery School we provide an inclusive secure, nurturing, high quality learning environment which inspires our children to develop life- long learning skills and enables them to achieve the best future outcomes.

TSAT Pay Group 4 pro rata to £18,966 - £20,020 for hours and weeks stated (£27,668 - £32,123 FTE) FunctionFunction: Support Staff Contract TypeContract Type: Permanent Hours Per WeekHours Per Week: 28.75 Weeks Per YearWeeks Per Year: 39 Required Start Date:Required Start Date: 11th November 2024 Interview Date:Interview Date: 7th October 2024 External Advertising End DateAdvertising End Date: 30 Sep 2024

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• Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead & Attendance Improvement Coordinator, Our expectations are high; offering excellent quality first teaching and an enriched broad curriculum which engages and excites children to drive their own learning with increasing independence.
"Inspired to learn, inspired for life" The Thinking Schools Academy Trust The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across the South East, South and South West. We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:
• Think about their Thinking
• Be their Best self
• Shape their Success
In this way we transform life chances What our Trust will offer you:
• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Training: Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing: Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice.
• Cycle2Work Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, located at Brixham College.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Store Discounts: Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.