Pastoral Coordinator – Raising Attendance Lead/Family Support
The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 1EH18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
May 2026
Closing date
17 April 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
30 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- Pastoral, health and welfare
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hrs per week - Term Time only, plus TT days
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Actual Salary: £24,598 - £26,683
What skills and experience we're looking for
Salary: Band G SCP 11-14 (Actual Salary: £24,598 - £26,683) Contract Type: Full Time (37 hrs per week - Term Time only, plus TT days) Contract Term: Permanent Start Date: May 2026
THE OPPORTUNITY
Are you a passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people and their families? Do you have the skills and determination to help improve school attendance and remove barriers to learning?
At The Avon Valley School, we believe that every child deserves the chance to succeed. We know that the first step to success is being present. We are looking for a dedicated, resilient, and empathetic Pastoral Coordinator to lead our drive for high attendance and provide vital support to our families. This a dynamic, people-focused role where every day brings opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of young people at our school.
This is a pivotal position within our pastoral team. You won't just be monitoring numbers; you will be changing lives. You will work at the heart of our school community to secure regular attendance and punctuality, with a particular focus on supporting our most vulnerable and disadvantaged students.
You will join a supportive, forward-thinking pastoral team that values initiative and personal development. This role will involve building deep, trusting relationships with families, conducting home visits, and working collaboratively with external agencies to ensure every child is safe, well, and ready to learn.
THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
We are looking for an individual with "first-class judgment" and high levels of tact and discretion. You should be:
- Proactive & Flexible: Able to meet challenging deadlines and prioritise a diverse workload without close supervision.
- A Relationship Builder: Capable of engaging with hard-to-reach families and building professional links with social care, police, and health professionals.
- Detailed & Organised: Able to maintain accurate records, manage statutory processes, and oversee practical support.
- Committed: Passionate about safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Lead on Attendance: Monitor and analyse data to identify trends and implement creative school-wide incentives to improve student attendance.
- Family Support: Conduct home visits and "safe-and-well" checks, acting as a supportive bridge between home and school.
- Intervention: Lead or contribute to Early Help assessments and multi-agency meetings to provide holistic support.
- Advocacy: Work closely with Heads of Year, Pastoral Leaders and the SENCO to support students with PP, SEND, or LAC status.
- Communication: Act as the first point of contact for parental concerns regarding attendance and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on Attendance: Monitor and analyse data to identify trends and implement creative school-wide incentives to improve student attendance.
- Family Support: Conduct home visits and "safe-and-well" checks, acting as a supportive bridge between home and school.
- Intervention: Lead or contribute to Early Help assessments and multi-agency meetings to provide holistic support.
- Advocacy: Work closely with Heads of Year, Pastoral Leaders and the SENCO to support students with PP, SEND, or LAC status.
- Communication: Act as the first point of contact for parental concerns regarding attendance and wellbeing.
What the school offers its staff
WHY JOIN US?
At The Avon Valley School, we are committed to nurturing every student’s potential, both academically and personally. Our ethos is built on Ambition, Respect and Care, fostering a learning environment where students feel valued, supported and empowered to achieve their aspirations.
Avon Valley School offers a welcoming and collaborative environment where every member of staff is valued. We are committed to providing exceptional professional development opportunities and a supportive culture where you can thrive. You will have the chance to work with a fantastic team of staff and students who are all dedicated to building a safe, happy, and successful school.
WHAT WE OFFER
Joining The Avon Valley School means becoming part of a supportive and forward-thinking community. Our staff enjoy:
- Tailored career development with annual personal development opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements for support staff, including 2 flexible working days.
- A generous absence request policy, for example, do you want to watch your child’s primary school sports day, or attend your best friend’s wedding? Not a problem if you work for us.
- A proactive staff wellbeing programme to support work-life balance.
- A committed and collaborative Senior Leadership Team.
- A thriving school community with engaged students and supportive parents/carers.
- Lunch provided for anyone offering student facing activities during lunchtimes.
- Paid duties for anyone joining our lunchtime duty team.
- Employee benefits, including a cycle-to-work scheme, employee assistance programme, free on-site parking, and catering facilities.
Further information about the job
TO APPLY:
If you are excited by this opportunity and want to be part of a school where you can truly make a difference, we encourage you to apply by clicking the link below which will take you to our online application form.
Application Deadline: 12pm on Friday 17th April 2026 (We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.)
Interviews: Scheduled shortly after the closing date.
For further information, contact chearne@avonvalleyschool.uk or call 01788 542355.
SAFEGUARDING AND COMPLIANCE
Please note:
- We do not accept CVs without an application form.
- We do not provide working visas.
- If shortlisted, you will be required to complete a declaration regarding any relevant criminal offences as part of our safeguarding duties.
- Avon Valley School conducts online searches (including social media) as per KCSIE 2025.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check (child workforce) via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Join us in shaping a future of limitless potential. We look forward to hearing from you!
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 1114 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- chearne@avonvalleyschool.uk
- Phone number
- 01788 542 355
Avon Valley is a successful and oversubscribed school situated within the busy market town of Rugby. Following our Ofsted Inspection in March 2023, we were graded a ‘Good’ school. The school offers a distinctive ethos where we aim to inspire and support each student to prepare for their future by fulfilling both their academic and personal potential.
www.avonvalleyschool.uk
Arranging a visit to The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email chearne@avonvalleyschool.uk.
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