Location
Lancaster Road Primary School, Lancaster Road, Morecambe, LA4 5TH (488 on roll)
Tel: 01524 410914
School website: www.lancasterroad.co.uk
Summary
Attendance Officer Vacancy
About the Role
Part time: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 08:15 to 13:00. Tuesday and Thursday 08:15 to 16:30
Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children and families?
Do you thrive on building positive relationships and making a real difference to pupils attendance and wellbeing?
Lancaster Road Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and proactive Attendance Officer to join our dedicated team.
We are looking for a vibrant individual who can work effectively with pupils, families, staff, and external agencies to promote excellent attendance and punctuality across the school. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting our children to access the very best education and opportunities through regular school attendance.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is committed to ensuring every child has the best possible chance to succeed
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Can build positive relationships with children, families, and professionals
- Is resilient, organised, and able to manage a varied workload
- Has strong administrative and IT skills with excellent attention to detail
- Enjoys working as part of a supportive and collaborative team
- Is proactive in identifying barriers to attendance and supporting families to overcome them
About Our School
Lancaster Road Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive primary school located in the heart of Morecambe, just a short walk from the town centre and beautiful coastline.
We are currently a three-form entry primary school and are beginning an exciting transition to a two-form entry school, creating opportunities to further strengthen our close-knit community and personalised approach to supporting children and families.
Our children are enthusiastic learners, and we are proud of our nurturing ethos, high expectations, and strong community links. We value teamwork, professional growth, and a culture where every member of staff is recognised for the positive difference they make each day.
We Offer
- A supportive and friendly staff team
- A positive and welcoming working environment
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Dedicated leadership support
- The chance to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families within our community
If you are a vibrant, enthusiastic person who is passionate about supporting children and families and improving attendance, we would love to hear from you.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
Essential Qualifications
- Hold a minimum of GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics<
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for home visits where required
Desirable Qualifications
- Training in safeguarding, child protection, or early help processes
Desirable Experience
Proposed Interview Date:
11/09/2026
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
