Attendance Leader

Appleton Academy, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD12 8AL

8 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026

• Closing date

  16 October 2025 at 2pm

• Date listed

  8 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other leadership roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £58,569.00 - £64,691.00 Annually (FTE) L6-10

Attendance Leader job summary

We are seeking a passionate and strategic Attendance Leader to join our leadership team and drive forward our vision for outstanding attendance and pupil engagement.

Appleton Academy is an ‘all-through’ school educating children and young people from 3-16 years old. We are proud that we are a community that works together to inspire, nurture and develop one another. Appleton Academy is a “Good” school. Ofsted said the following. ‘Leaders have high expectations of pupils. These expectations are evident as you walk around the school. ’The school is calm and purposeful.’ ‘Pupils feel listened to and they are proud of their school.’ ‘Leaders encourage pupils to read often.’

We have planned a broad, balanced and rich curriculum experience that is designed to inspire enthusiasm for learning, ensure achievement and to support pupil well-being and happiness. It enables us to build strong relationships, celebrate diversity, encourage respect and build a sense of community. It provides and acknowledges success for all children, in all aspects of their development and it recognises, encourages and celebrates all types of talent. As a member of the primary and secondary phase, you will be joining a strong and supportive team of staff who are driven to ensure that our pupils achieve the highest possible standards. As a school, we all work together. The ability to collaborate and be open to development is essential and we aim to maximise potential within each member of staff.

As Attendance Leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and leading our whole-school attendance strategy. You will work closely with senior leaders, pastoral teams, and external agencies to ensure every pupil is supported to attend school regularly and thrive. This is a strategic leadership role with real impact—your work will directly influence pupil outcomes and life chances.

We’re looking for a driven and experienced leader with:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree.

A proven track record of leading successful attendance initiatives.

Strong knowledge of attendance legislation, safeguarding, and pastoral care.

Excellent data analysis, communication, and organisational skills.

The ability to inspire and lead teams, manage change, and build strong relationships with families and external agencies.

A commitment to inclusive education and improving life chances for all pupils.

Leading and quality-assuring attendance and punctuality strategies across the Academy.

Managing and developing the Attendance Team, including Attendance Coaches.

Using data to monitor trends, identify barriers, and implement targeted interventions.

Collaborating with families and external partners to promote positive attendance habits.

Reporting on attendance performance to senior leaders and governors.

Championing a culture of inclusion, wellbeing, and high expectations.

At Appleton Academy, we invest in our people. You’ll benefit from:

A supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression within Exceed Academies Trust.

Access to high-quality CPD, including leadership training and networking.

A competitive salary

The chance to make a lasting difference in a vibrant, ambitious school community.

A hard-working Leadership team dedicated to the success of our students.

An inclusive approach to learning.

High quality Continuous Professional Development opportunities.

Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

Secure, on-site parking.

Free access to our on-site gym.

Ready to Lead Change?

If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for inclusion and pupil success, we want to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of attendance at Appleton Academy.

Apply now and be part of a team that’s making a real difference.

Visits to the Academy are warmly welcomed and can be arranged through Liz Dunn at Hays. If you feel you are up to the challenges ahead and would like to share in our continued success, then please contact our recruitment partner Liz Dunn at Hays Education for an application pack and further details. Telephone 03330105352 or mobile 07523919597 or email liz.dunn@hays.com. The closing date for completed applications is Thursday 16th October 2025 @ 1pm. Interviews to be held week commencing Wk Commencing Monday 20th October 2025

Appleton Academy is part of the Exceed Academies Trust which is a highly successful group of school based largely in Bradford. Exceed Academies Trust also has a SCITT, provides support and training across the region and now has the Bradford Teaching School Hub leading school improvement across the city. Exceed Academies Trust believes that successful schools develop their own identity and individuality whilst working in partnership to develop and share best practice.

Appleton Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Candidates will be subject to related online checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Appleton Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 16
• Education phase: Through
• School size: 1254 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Appleton Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/appleton-academy-bradford

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