Student Attendance, Welfare and Safeguarding Officer (Shinewater Primary School)

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

Closing date: Monday 05 January 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post please contact:
Shinewater Primary School
Milfoil Drive Langney
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN23 8ED

Phone:
Email:
Website:

Please note we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

Shinewater Primary School

Salary: 31040 - 32849 FTE (26816 - 28379 pro rata) - SAT E

Contract/Hours: 37 hours per week; Term Time 5 SDD (39 weeks)

Permanent

Interview Date: w/c 7th January 2026

We are looking to appoint an organised and proactive Attendance and Safeguarding Officer to support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in ensuring the safety welfare and attendance of students in our school.

Hours for this post are 08:00 16:00 Monday to Friday term time only (including 5 inset days).

The successful candidate will:

Have a good standard of education

Be confident using a range of IT packages

Bring a warm and professional approach to all interactions

Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate meticulous attention to detail

Be able to work successfully with staff students families and external agencies

Have a positive adaptable mindset along with the ability to remain calm organised and focused in a busy environment

Ideally have experience of working in a similar or equivalent safeguarding role.

Informal discussions about the post are welcomed.

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted. Therefore we strongly recommend applying early. Please be aware that the advert may close before the specified date depending on the number of applications received.

Shinewater Primary School is a friendly happy and hardworking environment where respect for others positive attitudes towards work and behaviour are encouraged and nurtured.

Join us to benefit from:

Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution

Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive

Access to training and development

Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing and advice

Discounts with local and national retailers cinemas and restaurants

Cycle to Work scheme

On-site Parking

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

If you are interested in this post please contact Emma Loncarevic Office Manager for an informal discussion. and

Completed application forms should be sent to Emma Loncarevic or by post to Shinewater Primary School Milfoil Drive Eastbourne East Sussex BN23 8ED. Please note we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form please contact or (option 2)

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.

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.

Application Form

Recruitment Pack