Attendance Officer (The Turing School)

Job Description

Hours of work: 37 Hours
Working pattern: Full-time, Term-time only etc.
(As the position is term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Friday 9 October 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

The Turing School
Larkspur Drive
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN23 8EJ

Phone: [phone removed]
Email: [email removed]
Website: www.theturingschool.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

●    £27,188 - £28,929 FTE – SAT C
●    £22,886 - £24,352 Pro Rata 
●    Term Time Only (38 weeks)
●    37 hours per week
●    ASAP Start
●    Interviews: w/c 12th October 2026

We are seeking to expand our Attendance team with the School and you will be joining The Turing School as it embarks on its next exciting phase.
Swale Academies Trust provides an extensive network to empower all to achieve success.  You will be supported and encouraged to work closely with the other schools in the Trust to share best practice.

If you have the ambition, resilience and determination to inspire the next generation of students and staff at The Turing School, we look forward to receiving your application.

Our Vision
The Turing School is a dynamic, forward-thinking school dedicated to fostering a relentless focus on high achievement, providing outstanding learning experiences that result in excellent academic and social-emotional outcomes for our students.

We strive to develop students that embody our core values of aspiration, respect, diversity and innovation.

Benefits of Careers at The Turing School
Our staff enjoy:
•    Supportive Working Conditions: Experience a work environment optimised for teacher effectiveness and efficiency.
•    Innovative, Research-Engaged School: Contribute to pioneering educational research in an innovative environment.
•    Career Growth: Benefit from personalised career development and promotion opportunities across the Swale Academies Trust.
•    Supportive Leadership: Receive unwavering support from a friendly, evidence-informed leadership team.
•    Collaborative Culture: Engage regularly with colleagues fostering a strong sense of community.
•    Professional Development: Participate in a nationally recognised, evidence-informed learning & development programme with a flexible approach to professional learning.
•    Staff Well-being: Enjoy dedicated weeks without meetings, an annual wellbeing day, a staff wellbeing lounge, and excellent facilities.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us to benefit from:
●    Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
●    Enhanced Maternity Pay
●    Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
●    Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
●    Access to training and development
●    On-site Parking
●    Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
●    Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
●    Cycle to Work scheme

Ready to join us?
If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Emily Page for an informal discussion. [email removed] and [phone removed].
Applications should be made via TES or by submitting a SAT Application Form to [email removed]. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact [email removed].

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Recruitment Pack

Application Form

About us

Additional Information
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.