LEIGHSWOOD SCHOOL
Family and Safeguarding Support Worker and Attendance Officer
37 hrs per week, Term Time plus INSET days.
(SCP 18-23) Salary range £31,537 – £34,434 Pro rata
Permanent
The Governors of the Cadmus Federation and Leighswood School are seeking to appoint a warm, committed and engaging individual to join our team as a Family and Safeguarding Support Worker and Attendance Officer from September 2026.
This is a key role in ensuring all children are safe, attend school regularly, and are well supported alongside their families.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Inclusion Manager to deliver this varied role, including:
Responsibilities
- Supporting safeguarding as Deputy DSL, managing cases and promoting child protection
- Delivering targeted family support, working with parents and external agencies
- Leading attendance improvement, tackling persistent absence with challenge and support
- Building strong parent partnerships through clear communication and outreach
- Coordinating multi‑agency working and represent the school in professional meetings
- Maintaining accurate records, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and attendance requirements
We need someone who:
Qualifications
- Has a passion for improving outcomes for all children
- Builds positive relationships with pupils and families
- Demonstrates initiative, flexibility and commitment
- Values partnership working with parents, governors and the wider community
- Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Is committed to inclusive practice
In return we can offer
Benefits
- A strong commitment to professional development, including time and funding
- A well‑resourced and supportive school environment
- Enthusiastic staff and engaged, well‑behaved pupils
- A supportive community committed to children’s success
- The benefits of working within the Cadmus Federation
Closing date for applications is 12pm on Friday 19th June 2026.
Leighswood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, such as checks from previous employment and online checks, in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 guidelines. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The successful candidate will have an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment. Further information can be found in our Child Protection Policy.
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